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Gold from Alta Floresta, Mato Grosso, Brazil

 
Gold from Alta Floresta, Mato Grosso, Brazil

Gold from Alta Floresta, Mato Grosso, Brazil

Gold from Alta Floresta, Mato Grosso, Brazil

Gold from Alta Floresta, Mato Grosso, Brazil

Gold from Alta Floresta, Mato Grosso, Brazil

DESCRIPTION:No. 51725
Mineral:Gold
Locality:Alta Floresta, Mato Grosso, Brazil
Description:Heavy specimen of crystallized solid gold with no quartz or impurities. The gold is crystallized on all surfaces and exhibits post-crystallization deformation that gives a twisted, sculptural shape, possibly due to alluvial action. Weight: 19.2 grams
Overall Size:34x13x12 mm
Crystals:4-18 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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