129 E Fremont St, las vegas
Exhibition
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Free Entry
The Hand of Faith is a mammoth gold nugget that is housed at the Golden Nugget Hotel and Casino, located near Las Vegas, Nevada. Weighing a staggering 61 pounds and 11 ounces, the Hand of Faith is considered the largest gold nugget ever found with a metal detector.
The exhibit is completely free and allows you to get up close with this incredible piece of history. Take a stroll through the Golden Nugget's lobby and soak in the atmosphere of this iconic Las Vegas casino. The Hand of Faith is truly a sight to see and a testament to the rich history of gold mining in the United States. Visitors can learn more about the fascinating story behind the discovery of this massive gold nugget and why it holds such an important place in Nevada's history.
The Hand of Faith is a popular attraction, so it's a good idea to plan for crowds. The exhibit is open 24/7, so consider visiting at a less busy time of day, such as early afternoon or late at night.
- The Hand of Faith was discovered in 1980 by a man named Kevin Hillier, using a metal detector in Victoria, Australia.
- The Golden Nugget purchased the nugget for over $1 million in 1981.
- The Hand of Faith is displayed in a glass case, accompanied by information about its discovery and history.
- Visitors are allowed to take photos with the nugget (without flash).
- The Golden Nugget is also home to a large shark tank, where visitors can watch the fish and sharks swim from a three-story waterslide that goes through the tank.
- Admission ticket fees
- Children Free
- Youth Free
- Adults Free
- Senior citizens Free
- Walking Around
- Art Gallery
- Kids Friendly
No Special Occasion Reservation available!
- Monday Open 24 hours
- Tuesday Open 24 hours
- Wednesday Open 24 hours
- Thursday Open 24 hours
- Friday Open 24 hours
- Saturday Open 24 hours
- Sunday Open 24 hours