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Photograph of Native GoldNATIVE GOLD
Au
Colorado Quartz mine, Midpines, Mariposa County, California

When viewed up close "arborescent" or tree-like aggregates of gold are seen to consist of branching crystals.

Size: 0.8 cm across

Acquired: 1989 gift from Dr Giles W. Mead.

Disposition: On display in the Gold exhibit.

Catalog Number: 33189 (magnified portion)