Placer Claims

Placer claims are rights to extract valuable minerals like gold, silver, or gemstones from deposits found in riverbeds, streambeds, or on the surface, without the need for underground mining. These claims are registered with authorities to legally permit the claimant to search for and collect these minerals from a specific area. They are often used by prospectors and small-scale miners interested in surface or easily accessible deposits. Securing a placer claim grants exclusive access to that land for mineral exploration and extraction, provided the claimant complies with relevant regulations and work requirements.