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West Gore Gold-Antimony Prospect, Nova Scotia

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West Gore Gold-Antimony Prospect is a mapped Nova Scotia geology or rockhounding research locality. Materials or features documented for the area include Gold, Antimony, Quartz, Fluorite, Apatite. Historic mineralized veins and former workings are documented at West Gore. This is not an invitation to enter workings or collect; verify property access, mineral tenure and abandoned-mine hazards first.

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What is West Gore Gold-Antimony Prospect?

West Gore Gold-Antimony Prospect is a mapped Nova Scotia geology or rockhounding research locality. Materials or features documented for the area include Gold, Antimony, Quartz, Fluorite, Apatite.

What materials are associated with this locality?

Gold, Antimony, Quartz, Fluorite, Apatite, Chlorite.

Can I collect here?

Research only. Historic mineralized veins and former workings are documented at West Gore. This is not an invitation to enter workings or collect; verify property access, mineral tenure and abandoned-mine hazards first.

What to verify: A documented geological locality or field-trip stop is not collecting permission. Verify the exact parcel, landowner access, mineral tenure, protected-area rules, closures and any required authorization before collecting.

Where is the mapped point?

The stored coordinate is 45.093536, -63.778845. Precision context: official CGNDB community point / historic prospect context.

What evidence supports this record?

Government of Nova Scotia Open File Report ME 2003-1, Stop 1-4, documents the West Gore Au-Sb prospect and associated alteration minerals. Coordinate is the official West Gore geographical-name point.

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What should I verify before going?

  • Exact surface ownership and lawful access.
  • Mineral tenure, active claims or leases where applicable.
  • Protected areas, closures, local rules and operator requirements.
  • Whether the material and collecting method you intend to use are allowed.
  • Current safety and road/trail conditions.

When was this information last checked?

The recorded review date is September 4, 2026. Recheck current rules before field use.

Field-use reminder: a geological occurrence or map pin does not create a right to collect.
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