Mining Claims Continue to Rise in Value

Recently, gold mining claims have seen a dramatic increase in value as a result of the current economic conditions and gold prices. With the dredging moratorium in California set to be lifted at the end of November 2011, there will likely be another huge increase in the value of mining claims as the word makes its way around the mining community. With both the high price of gold, and the gold dredging situation factored in, there has never been a better time to buy a gold mining claim than right now, from either a recreational use standpoint, or an investment standpoint. The best place to find a fantastic mining claim at a great price is http://www.mineralstarmining.com/ . They will take excellent care of you and have a wonderful selection of mining claims to choose from regardless of the type of mining you wish to do, and the location you wish to mine in the gold bearing areas of California. Buy now, and avoid the high prices to come down the line, while realizing a dramatic increase in the value of your investment. See their current list of claims here.

Return of Dredging to Increase Claim Values

Now is the time to buy a mining claim. Why? Because the California Department of Fish and game recently released a draft of the suction dredging regulations that makes it appear that the ban on suction dredging may be lifted by next Fall. Since the Fall of 2009 when the moratorium, was put in place, claim values declined and stabilized at a much lower price than what had been previously seen for placer river and creek claims. With the return of dredging, there will be an increase in the values of claims of 75 to 100%. That makes now a great time to purchase a claim, while prices are low and values are exceptional. As word gets out about the return of dredging, claims will be increasingly in higher demand, which will end up resulting in higher prices. There are phenomenal values to be had right now, and with gold at $1400 plus per ounce, it doesn't take long to recoup your investment, or you can simply hold the claim as a hedge investment against inflation and further economic decline. No matter what your reasons for wanting a gold mining claim, you will find Mineralstar Mining to be your top choice to find quality mining claims that the best prices. Visit us today and find the gold mine, or mining claim of your dreams.

Where to Gold Mine?

Gold mining has taken place in the United States for hundreds of years. It began in North Carolina in the late 1700's. It has been popular ever since. Everyone knows about the California Gold Rush in 1848. But many people think that the mines have been exhausted in California due to the sheer quantity of miners that traveled there. That is not true. There are hundreds and hundreds of miles of gold deposits in the Sierra Nevadas in Northern California. The most famous gold mining district is the Mother Lode. Miners are still flocking to the area and continue to find uncharted territories. If you want to find a gold mine for sale and start your own adventure, there are many available to you. Find one at a good price and then get rich!

Investing in Gold

Buying gold has always been a great investment. In 1970, gold was $37 an ounce. Now it is almost $1,400 an ounce. That's an increase of 3,700% - or about 90% a year! What other investment yields 90% per year?! None. Now gold will likely not continue that pace, but it will continue to rise.

With all the wars going on around the world, with governments continuing to print money, and with central banks buying gold whenever they can, gold has no reason to decline in value. Gold is a proven method of preserving value, especially when a national currency is losing value. The dollar is weak and its getting weaker due to economic policies that don't appear to have an end in sight. Worldwide gold production is not rising as fast as gold consumption. The supply cannot meet the demand. This is why prices will continue to rise.

There are many ways to invest in gold. You can buy gold bars or coins. You can purchase gold certificates. You can invest in gold mining companies, or even buy a gold mine of your own. They are cheaper than you think. However you decide to invest, make sure you do so now! Gold has been going up for 40 years and it's not stopping any time soon!

Who Has the Most Gold?

The world's largest gold reserves are truly massive. Gold reserves are held by large corporations and countries to guarantee loans, secure currencies, and to invest. So who has the most gold?

5. France


Value of Reserves: $115.97 billion 
Holdings Total: 2,684.6 tons 


4. Italy

Value of Reserves: $116.75 billion
Holdings Total: 2,702.6 tons 

3. International Monetary Fund (IMF)

Value of Reserves: $135.56 billion
Holdings Total: 3,137.9 tons

2. Germany

Value of Reserves: $161.99 billion
Holdings Total: 3,749.8 tons

1. United States

Value of Reserves: $387.32 billion
Holdings Total: 8,965.6 tons 

The United States has far and away the most gold of any country. One of the reasons is to back the massive debt. But it has also been a great investment for the government. Gold has always been a great investment. Whether it be gold nuggets, gold mines, or gold dust, gold has made people rich from ancient times until present day.

What to Do When You're Interested in Buying a Mining Claim or a Gold Mine For Sale

With gold prices at record highs many people are buying gold mines and mining claims at a record pace. If this is something you are interested in, there are a few things you must consider.

First decide whether you want to buy a patented or non-patented mining claim. A patented claim gives you full access to the land, while a non-patented claim gives you access to mine while the government still controls the surface rights.

The next item of business is to research the area that you want to prospect. You can obtain maps from the Bureau of Land Management. Since gold is most likely to be found where it has been found before, look for that. Google search the area to find out if any gold has been mined there in the past.

Once you have found an area that you want to purchase a mine in, begin your search for a quality gold mine for sale. When doing so, make sure to buy from a reputable company. Make sure you are thorough on this step. Find out how long the owner has been in business, how long they have owned the claim, and what work has been done on the claim thus far.

After you have chosen the mining claim you want to purchase, be sure to inspect it thoroughly. Make a visit to the mine. Make sure it is easily accessible and workable. Also make sure that the water rights come with the claim or that they can be obtained.

Once you have finished all these steps, you are ready to mine! Have fun!

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What is a Mining Claim?

A mining claim is a parcel of land that contains valuable minerals (gold, silver, etc.). An individual can obtain or purchase the rights to a mining claim from the government or from a private party. Once the rights are obtained, the owner has the right to mine, exploit, and/or produce all the minerals located in the mining claim.

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