Crystalline Gold 
Liberty mine, Swauk Mining District, Kittitas County, WA
This well-formed wire gold comes from the renowned Liberty Mine in Washington State. Wire specimens of native gold are highly sought after, and this piece is no exception. The specimen showcases intricate flattened gold wires arranged throughout, tightly clustered in a complex grouping, forming a solid plate. The interwoven structure features overlapping and intersecting fine gold crystals, which is especially captivating under magnification. Its intense luster and exceptionally beautiful buttery yellow color are rare, often showing a paler shade from this locality. Both sides of the specimen are visually stunning, making it a prime example of the finest gold from this area.
14 x 9 x 3 mm
1.04 gram