Crystallized Gold on Quartz Matrix 
Sonora, Mexico
This extraordinary gold specimen is truly captivating, showcasing highly lustrous gold crystals beautifully displayed within a quartz matrix. The crystallized gold features angular, flat faces with exceptional brilliance, making this piece particularly rare, as few lustrous gold crystals are found from Mexico. The robust gold crystals grow in rich, intricate clusters, with complex and fascinating morphology upon closer inspection. While the majority of the gold is prominently visible on the front, the sides also reveal lustrous clusters of native gold embedded in the quartz matrix. The lower section is adorned with striking dendritic gold crystals featuring sharp, geometric tips. The saturated yellow hue of the native gold is exceptionally vibrant, with areas displaying a unique double refraction effect that enhances its golden glow under light. This rare and highly aesthetic specimen is a prime example of its kind, offering collectors an exceptional addition from this remarkable locality.
44 x 19 x 25 mm 
18.87 grams