Crystalized Leaf Gold 
Folsom Mining District, Sacramento, California
One of the finest crystallized gold specimens from the Folsom locality, this exceptional piece features a striking three dimensional leaf form of native gold. The structure is composed of multiple stacked leaf-like plates some gently folded, others inverted creating a complex and visually engaging architecture. The surface exhibits a bright, mirror like luster paired with a rich, warm yellow color that immediately captures attention. Adding to its rarity, the specimen displays branching spinel-law twinned crystals an uncommon and highly sought-after feature in native gold nestled among the leaf-like plates. On the reverse, several elongated, wire like crystals extend outward, showing sharp, well-defined faces that shimmer beautifully in the light. The combination of leaf structure, intricate layering, and rare twinning makes this a truly outstanding specimen for the advanced collector.
27 x 15 x 14 mm
4.03 grams