Gold Wire
Farncomb Hill, Breckenridge Mining District, Colorado
This exceptional gold specimen showcases an outstanding combination of crystal habits, making it a highly desirable example from this famous locality. The dominant feature is a beautifully developed cluster of interwoven wire gold crystals, forming the classic "nest of wires" habit for which this locality is renowned. The front of the specimen is adorned with sharp cubic crystals and slightly elongated, modified octahedral crystals. Nestled among them are remarkably lustrous crystals with crisp, flat faces, ranging in size and adding exceptional depth and dimension to the piece. Their mirror like luster, combined with the rich buttery yellow color of the gold, creates an eye catching display that immediately stands out. Specimens exhibiting well defined three dimensional modified octahedral crystals together with classic wire gold are rarely encountered from this locality. The remarkable diversity of crystal habits, outstanding luster, and exceptional aesthetics make this a truly remarkable collector's specimen and an excellent representation of the locality.
22 x 13 x 9 mm
2.27 grams