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Gold in Quartz from Mystic Mine, north of Sun City, Maricopa County, Arizona

 
Gold in Quartz from Mystic Mine, north of Sun City, Maricopa County, Arizona

DESCRIPTION:No. 19824
Mineral:Gold in Quartz
Locality:Mystic Mine, north of Sun City, Maricopa County, Arizona
Description:Spongy native gold partially etched from quartz matrix, with small amount of quartz still visible. The gold has crystallized between quartz grains. No damage. The mine has recently been converted to real estate development - closed forever.
Overall Size:24x15x10 mm
Crystals:.5 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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