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Newmont Mining
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The “Newmont Gold,” 17.8 cm (21.2 ounces), discovered in 1951 in the Empire-Star mine, Grass Valley, California. It was donated to the Museum by Newmont Mining in 1977. American Museum of Natural History collection.

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Species
GoldAbout Gold →
SizeLarge Cabinet
Dimensions17.8 cm
Added on03/26/2026
Locality
USA, New York, Empire State No. 2 Mine
Publications
  • Mineralogical Record Mineral Collections In American Northeast page 18
  • Mineralogical Record Volume: 47, Issue: 3 page 97
  • Mineralogical Record The Kevin Brown Collection page 22

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Gold
Mineral guide
Learn about Gold
iconic native metal with sculptural crystals, herringbone leaves, and rich yellow hues; prized by collectors for locality lore, rarity, and striking form.
Regional guide
Gold from Empire State No. 2 Mine
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