The discovery of the Pepita Canaã gold nugget in Brazil is a fascinating story. In 2010, a group of miners were working in the Serra Pelada region in the state of Pará, Brazil, when they stumbled upon the massive nugget. The miners were using basic equipment such as picks and shovels to dig through the alluvial soil and gravel.
The Pepita Canaã nugget was discovered at a depth of around 2 meters (6.5 feet) in the ground, and it was so large that it had to be broken into three pieces before it could be extracted. The nugget’s total weight was 60.05 kg (132.4 lbs), making it one of the largest alluvial gold nuggets ever discovered.
After the discovery of the nugget, it was sold to a Brazilian buyer for an undisclosed amount, and it was later put on display at a museum in Brazil. The Pepita Canaã nugget has since become a popular attraction for tourists and a source of national pride for Brazil.
The discovery of the Pepita Canaã nugget also brought attention to the ongoing issue of illegal mining in the region, as many miners work under dangerous conditions and often without proper permits. The Brazilian government has since taken steps to crack down on illegal mining in the area and promote sustainable mining practices.
