Gold Nugget
Sonora, Mexico
This remarkable gold nugget, 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 smooth faces and rugged, robust areas. On the reverse side, it displays naturally smooth surfaces with a similar luster and complex rugged exterior. Overall, this gold specimen is a solid chunk with a rich, reddish buttery yellow hue.
7.7 x 4 x 2 mm
0.40 gram
#182