Spinel Twin Wire Gold Crystal 
El Dorado County, California U.S.A.
The modified wire crystal exhibits sharp striations mirroring its growth pattern. In certain areas, branches of native gold reach outwards with modified geometric crystals, transformed into flattened plates that align with the curved striations. Additionally, there is a unique hoppered effect visible on the lower portion with short plate-like crystals that grew in both horizontal and vertical step patterns. This wire gold specimen represents a unique and exceptional find for its location, not often accessible to mineral collectors.
0.40 gram
22 x 3 x 3 mm