Native Gold Crystallized 
Belshazzar Mine, Quartzburg District, Boise County, Idaho
 
This exceptional crystallized gold specimen is a rare and highly desirable example. Nearly every crystal is sharply defined and displays outstanding luster, giving the piece a brilliant sparkle in natural light with a rich, buttery-yellow color. On closer inspection, the specimen reveals a fascinating mix of crystal forms. Some areas show slightly distorted growth, while clustered regions feature a combination of cubic terminations and elongated octahedral crystals aligned along a preferred growth direction. This diversity of crystal habits highlights the natural complexity and geometric beauty of the gold. The crystals are set on a milky white, lightly crystallized quartz matrix, which enhances the contrast and overall visual appeal. Altogether, this piece is a fine and representative example from its locality, offering both aesthetic beauty and mineralogical interest.
18 x 10 x 10 mm
1.38 grams