Gold Crystal
Sonora, Mexico
This remarkable gold crystal, discovered in the dry Sonora Desert, is an exceptionally rare specimen from a unique locality, often difficult for collectors to acquire. It was found by a local gold prospector in an ancient tertiary gold-bearing channel. The nugget's surface boasts a brilliant luster, featuring both well-defined crystals faces and robust areas character. On the reverse side, it displays naturally heavy crystals surfaces with a similar luster and complex rugged exterior. Overall, this gold specimen is a solid chunk with a rich, buttery yellow hue.
6.7 x 6 x 5 mm
0.41 gram
#181