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Gold, Quartz

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2.2 x 1.6 x 0.8 cm (largest). A fine two-piece set of sculptural and bright, hackly and microcrystalline gold with a bit of quartz from the Placerville area of California. The showy, feathery-looking specimens have a couple of hoppered octahedrons and both pieces have a bit of embedded quartz. "Hangtown" is probably appropriately named for those who tried to steal gold from the rightful owners and were caught. These pieces were mined in 1969.

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SpeciesGold, Quartz
SizeThumbnail
Dimensions2.2 x 1.6 x 0.8 cm
Added on10/23/2024
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Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Gold
Mineral guide
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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.
Regional guide
Gold from Placerville Mining District
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