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This is a very robust, 3-dimensional, sharp gold octohedron showing complex hopper faces. It is sharp as can be wished for, and perched up on a smaller side crystal. The main octohedral faces reach to 11 mm. This is an exceptional quality for the Eagle's Nest Mine, of a style of crystallized gold seen more commonly from the Mockingbird and even then quite rare. Ex. Ron Pellar thumbnail collection. Joe Budd photos.

Product details

SpeciesGold
SizeThumbnail
Dimensions1.6 x 1.4 x 1.3 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
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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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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.