Crystallized Native Gold w/Quartz Collector Mineral Specimen - Oriental Mine, CA

Description

50 Years Of World Class Minerals
Specimen:
Native Gold with Quartz (TB-5)
Specimen Locality:
Oriental Mine - Alleghany District, Sierra Co., California, USA
Size:
2.3 x 1.5 x 1.3 cm
ex. Donald Dickey Collection
Kristalle is known worldwide for our California crystallized gold specimens! Unlike other forms of gold, the value of crystallized gold is prominently based on the crystallization rather than size or weight.
Don Dickey mined the Oriental Mine for more than 50 years. The mine was previously worked by his mother before World War II. Over that time, he 'stockpiled' all of the rich specimen pieces. After his death in 2015, we were contacted to help sort through all the gold he had recovered. We found specimens under floor boards, in closets, in safes, and even in the rafters at the mine office! This thumbnail specimen was part of a truly incredible find, and this is a unique opportunity to obtain a historical gold specimen.
Shipping:
We ship with USPS and include shipping insurance. Free shipping within the United States.
International buyers – please note
: Import duties, taxes, and charges aren't included in the item price or postage cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility.
Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be, prior to bidding or buying.
Free Pick Up
option is available at our store in Laguna Beach, California, USA
Returns:
As there is no substitute for seeing the specimen in real life you are entitled to a 14 calendar day grace period. If you examine the specimen and decide it is not what you wish to buy (or if it arrives damaged) please follow our Returns Procedure and we will happily refund the cost of the item. Buyer is responsible for return shipping costs.