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Gold in Quartz (naturally crystallized native gold) from Sixteen-To-One Mine (16 to 1 Mine), Alleghany, 35 km NE of Grass Valley, Sierra County, California

DESCRIPTION:	No. 77384
Mineral:	Gold in Quartz (naturally crystallized native gold)
Locality:	Sixteen-To-One Mine (16 to 1 Mine), Alleghany, 35 km NE of Grass Valley, Sierra County, California
Description:	Lustrous yellow-metallic native gold crystals (naturally occurring gold crystals) in branching, double-sided formations protruding from milky quartz. The surfaces of the gold are composed of sharp, well-defined, microscopic crystal faces. Total Weight: 50.9 grams (1.635 ozt.) Calculated gold content based on specific gravity: 20.4 grams
Overall Size:	4x3.5x2.5 cm
Crystals:	micro
Archived:	For reference only

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