Gold on Quartz
16 to 1 Mine,
Alleghany Mining District, Sierra County, California
Gold specimens from this mine are rarely encountered, making this an exceptional example from the locality. The specimen features thick, branching crystalline gold with numerous smaller microcrystals that have formed across the surface as secondary growth. These tiny crystals give the gold an intricate texture and remarkable luster, with the sparkle becoming even more pronounced as the specimen is rotated and viewed from different angles. Set against a bright white quartz matrix, the rich golden color and detailed crystalline growth stand out with excellent natural contrast. A particularly attractive and collectible example from this rare locality.
27 x 17 x 16 mm
8.07 grams