From ancient civilizations to the present day, gold has been valued for its beauty and unique material properties. The mineral sciences collection at the National Museum of Natural History features remarkable specimens of gold. The National Museum of African Art houses an extensive collection of gold jewelry, showcasing its cultural and artistic significance. The National Museum of American History holds notable treasures, including the gold nugget believed to have sparked the California Gold Rush and Abraham Lincoln's gold pocket watch. Explore these and other gold treasures from across the Smithsonian.