Gold on Quartz
Tuolumne County, California 
This fine gold specimen features robust plates of leaf-like crystals elegantly perched on a contrasting white quartz matrix. The gold exhibits gentle curves and branching formations along its sides, creating a dynamic, three-dimensional presence. Across much of the surface, subtle textures and secondary crystal growth produce a slightly spongy appearance, adding depth and visual interest. The crystallized gold displays a bright, buttery-yellow color with excellent luster, while the evenly distributed quartz matrix provides a clean, complementary backdrop that enhances the gold’s brilliance. Well-proportioned and visually striking, this specimen is an excellent representative of its locality and a superb displayable thumbnail for any fine mineral collection.
21 x 15 x 7 mm 
1.91 grams
12 x 8 x 6 mm
0.81 gram