Children
are always curious to know more about whatever activity they are planning to
participate in. If you're intending to take your kids for gold panning in El Dorado
County, enlighten them with a few facts
about gold that help them remember its importance and how gold is unique.
1.
“Welcome Stranger”
is the largest gold nugget ever found in human history. It was discovered in
1869 in Australia and measured 10x25 inches.
2.
Gold nuggets are
never pure gold. However, gold nuggets are more valuable than the amount of
gold they contain. Their size is so rare that they fetch nearly four times
higher value than the gold itself.
3.
It’s a known fact
that the world economy relied on the gold standard in the past. But only a few know
that Switzerland was the last country to back its currency with gold. Around
40% of Swiss Franc was backed by gold until 1999.
4.
Gold is used in
electronics. It’s true! The malleable nature of gold makes it easy to reshape
into thin threads without compromising its strength. It’s a good electric
conductor that doesn’t oxidize and strongly resist rust. Most people know gold
for its value, but hardly, they know about its role in technology.
5.
Earth is not the
only planet to have gold deposits. Scientists believe planets that are close to
the Sun, mainly Mercury, Venus, and Mars, contain gold. Chances are many moons
also hold gold.
6.
It is estimated
as much as 80% of gold is still buried underground. This means it’s time to
start panning for gold.
El
Dorado County is an amazing place to learn gold panning and enjoy the history
of the California Gold Rush with children. Don’t forget to make reservations
for underground mine tours and gold panning lessons as most destinations don’t
take more than six people in a group.
