Mining-Prospecting Dictionary

• N ative gold: Metallic gold in its free or uncombined state. Placer gold.
• Native metal: Metal that occurs naturally in metallic form.
• Nodule: A rounded lump or mass of mineral.
• Non-metallic: Containing little or no metal; industrial mineral.
• Nugget: A lump or particle of native metal, such as gold.
• Numismatic: Coins which are valued for their rarity, condition and beauty beyond the face value of their gold content. Generally, premiums for numismatic coins are higher than for bullion coins.