Gold on Quartz

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Gold on quartz, 5 cm, Colorado Quartz mine, Mariposa County, California. Joe Budd photo.

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SpeciesGold, Quartz

SizeMiniature

Dimensions5.0 cm

Added on02/13/2026

LocalityUSA, California, Colorado Quartz mine

Publications

Mineralogical Record Private Mineral Collections In Texas page 73

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Jim & Imelda Klein

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iconic native metal with sculptural crystals, herringbone leaves, and rich yellow hues; prized by collectors for locality lore, rarity, and striking form.

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