NATIVE 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)
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