High-Purity Raw Gold Button Ingot
Bar/Ingot · Yellow Gold (natural unalloyed or lightly refined bullion color)
Purity: Estimated 22K to 24K (91.6% to 99.9% fine gold content)
Type
Bar/Ingot
Purity
Estimated 22K to 24K (91.6% to 99.9% fine gold content)
Gold Type
Yellow Gold (natural unalloyed or lightly refined bullion color)
Weight
Estimated between 2 to 5 grams based on standard button melts
Description
A small, compact circular gold button ingot featuring a rustic textured top surface resulting from the cooling and solidification of molten gold in a crucible or mold. The rich, unadulterated yellow color reflects high purity, showcasing the raw and intrinsic beauty of precious metal in its fundamental melted form.
Key Features
Natural crucible-cooled texture, button or drop shape, lack of standardized mint stamps, dense composition
Color & Finish
Deep warm yellow hue with a rough, textured, unpolished surface finish typical of a poured melt button
Hallmarks & Stamps
No visible stamps, hallmarks, or serial numbers, indicating a private melt or crude assay button
Dimensions Estimate
Approximately 8mm to 12mm in diameter and 3mm to 5mm in thickness
Gemstones & Inlays
None
Clasp & Closure
Not applicable
Chain & Links
Not applicable
Craftsmanship Details
Crude handmade pour with natural solidification patterns, showing no mechanical stamping or machining
Authentication Indicators
Deep golden color with no surface flaking or base metal showing through; highly dense for its small size. Professional XRF or acid testing required for verification
Origin & Maker
Unknown private refiner, prospector, or artisanal smelter
Era & Period
Contemporary modern melt or unassigned historical origin
Age Estimate
Indeterminate modern or historical production
Cultural Significance
Represents the fundamental essence of wealth storage and currency creation throughout human history, bridging raw geological extraction with portable monetary units
Condition Notes
Raw and unpolished condition with natural cooling pores and surface irregularities typical of a hand-poured melt
Value Estimate
Valued primarily on melt value determined by current gold spot price per gram multiplied by exact weight and actual tested purity, plus a modest scrap or novelty premium
Care & Maintenance
Store in a secure dry box or coin capsule. Can be gently cleaned with mild soapy water if needed, though handling should be minimized
Similar Items
Refiner buttons, poured fractional gold bars, placer gold nuggets, and assay test buttons
Interesting Facts
Gold buttons and drops are commonly produced by prospectors panning alluvial gold and melting their finds together in a ceramic crucible using a torch for easier transport and storage