Native Gold. Serra do Caldeirão claims, Pontes e Lacerda, Mato Grosso, Brazil. 3.6 x 1.7 x 1.4 cm (1.42 x 0.67 x 0.55 in). 1...

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Native Gold
Serra do Caldeirão claims, Pontes e Lacerda, Mato Grosso, Brazil
3.6 x 1.7 x 1.4 cm (1.42 x 0.67 x 0.55 in)
19 grams

From every angle, this piece of crystallized Gold has a dramatic and very three-dimensional presentation. The front side of the specimen is covered in steep hoppering, while the back side branches outward with small but very pronounced dendritic growths. The specimen's coloration lives up to its name with every inch of the crystal having an intense yellow coloration and radiant metallic luster. This piece is in excellent condition.

From the collection of Daniel "Dan" R. Kennedy.

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