Gold Nugget
Sonora, Mexico
This extraordinary gold nugget, unearthed in the dry Sonora Desert, is an exceptionally rare native mineral, making it highly coveted by collectors. It originates from the same deposit that supplied the ancient Aztecs and Spanish Conquistadors with gold for currency, jewelry, and other valuables. A local prospector discovered this specimen in a rich, ancient riverbed. The nugget boasts a vibrant, shiny surface with distinct textures and a complex structure. It is dense and solid, featuring clear crystal separations, and its bright yellow hue makes it an exceptional specimen also its extremely high gold purity from this area.
7 x 6 x 5 mm
1.10 gram
#347