Wire Gold on Limonite
Placer County, California
This native gold specimen features a dense array of numerous wire crystals, extending outward in straight, sharply defined dendritic patterns. This form of native gold is exceptionally rare for its locality, marking it as a phenomenal first of its kind. Enhancing its allure, the gold crystals boast excellent luster and a deeply saturated color. The matrix, composed of red limonite—an iron oxide mineral—provides a vivid backdrop. The reverse side reveals even more elaborate, curved, and overlapping clusters of gold wires. The primary crystal showcases thick, spinel-like wires resembling a feather, with intricate striations visible upon close inspection of each gold wire crystal. This specimen is a remarkable representation from its locality and a highly coveted rarity for mineral collectors.
19 x 21 x 10 mm
3.10 grams