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2. Riverbanks Have Black Soil
A river containing gold can be identified by the color of its banks. It is said that rivers containing gold have black soil or rust-colored rocks.
It is said that these colored rocks conceal the gold contained within.
3. Many Rocks
Another characteristic of rivers containing gold is that they have many rocks. Rivers with few rocks are less likely to contain gold.
4. Yellow Soil and Hardened Banks
Rivers containing gold have yellow soil with hardened banks.
If you see a yellow rock with these characteristics, do not take it. The real gold lies beneath the rocks.
5. Soil Mixed with Sand
The final characteristic of a river containing gold is that the soil is mixed with sand and large rocks. If you see a river with this characteristic, try panning.
However, it's important to note that when trying to mine gold yourself in a river, don't damage the river. It's best to report it immediately to the relevant authorities if the river does contain gold.
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These are 5 characteristics of rivers that likely contain gold. You don't need modern equipment to detect it; simply look for the 5 characteristics above.
Additional information: In addition to river characteristics, you can also find precious metals by recognizing the following characteristics of gold-bearing sand.
1. Sulfide Mineral Content