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Gold in Quartz (naturally crystallized native gold) from Eagle's Nest Mine, Michigan Bluff District, Placer County, California

 
Gold in Quartz (naturally crystallized native gold) from Eagle's Nest Mine, Michigan Bluff District, Placer County, California

Gold in Quartz (naturally crystallized native gold) from Eagle's Nest Mine, Michigan Bluff District, Placer County, California

Gold in Quartz (naturally crystallized native gold) from Eagle's Nest Mine, Michigan Bluff District, Placer County, California

Gold in Quartz (naturally crystallized native gold) from Eagle's Nest Mine, Michigan Bluff District, Placer County, California

Gold in Quartz (naturally crystallized native gold) from Eagle's Nest Mine, Michigan Bluff District, Placer County, California

Gold in Quartz (naturally crystallized native gold) from Eagle's Nest Mine, Michigan Bluff District, Placer County, California

DESCRIPTION:No. 78094
Mineral:Gold in Quartz (naturally crystallized native gold)
Locality:Eagle's Nest Mine, Michigan Bluff District, Placer County, California
Description:Flat formation of lustrous yellow-metallic native gold crystals (naturally occurring gold crystals) in milky quartz. The gold crystals are exceptionally bright and well crystallized. Has lots of visible gold for the weight. Weight: 2.7 grams total (estimated gold content 1.2 grams)
Overall Size:22x18x9 mm
Crystals:0.5-4.0 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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