In 1968, California miner Joe Cullen found a 14.5-ounce gold nugget; 58 years later, the historic “Cullen Nugget” sold for $71,875

In 1968, California miner Joe Cullen found a 14.5-ounce gold nugget; 58 years later, the historic “Cullen Nugget” sold for $71,875

US News: California miner Joe Cullen found a substantial gold nugget at the Ruby Mine in Sierra County in 1968. Nearly six decades later, the 14.51-troy-ounce .