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Gold, Quartz

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An exquisite and aesthetic, 2.7 cm long, elongated cluster of bright, crystalline gold with "rabbit ears" on top from the Eagle's Nest Mine of California. Spinel-twins and flattened octahedrons are scattered amongst the microcrystalline gold, in particular in the "ears." I really like the presentation style of the gold rising off of the quartz matrix. Ex. Jaime Bird Collection.

Product details

SpeciesGold, Quartz
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.7 x 3.2 x 1.7 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityUSA, California, Eagle's Nest Mine

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
—The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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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.
Gold
Regional guide
Gold from Eagle's Nest Mine, California, USA
from Eagle’s Nest Mine, California — specimen-grade native gold with sharp octahedra and dendritic forms, prized for locality and pocket material.