Crystallized Gold on Quartz Crystals
Belshazzar Mine, Boise County, Idaho
This remarkably large gold specimen is an outstanding example of both native gold and quartz crystallized together in a single natural formation. The gold displays multiple crystal habits, with some areas forming clusters of wire like growth while others exhibit sharper edged crystals with distinct geometric forms. The presence of well-crystallized quartz alongside gold is uncommon, making this specimen particularly desirable. Numerous transparent quartz crystals are present, several containing visible gold inclusions that add depth and fascination to the piece. Exceptional in both size and quality for this locality, this specimen represents a rare and impressive example suited for the serious mineral collector.
100 x 55 x 55 mm
318 grams