Gold Crystals on matrix - Height: 2 cm - Width: 3 cm- 11.82 g - (1)

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Gold on matrix with crystals from Brusson, Valle d'Aosta, Italy; 11.82 g; dimensions 2 × 3 × 4 cm.

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Gold on matrix from Brusson (Valle d’Aosta) is one of the most sought-after mineralogical specimens of the Alps.

Chamousira–Fenilliaz Gold Mine, in the municipality of Brusson.

Historic gold district, active since antiquity and intensively exploited between the 19th and 20th centuries.
The typical matrix of gold samples from Brusson is composed of:
Sericite and other fine micas
Colors ranging from white to light gray, with green or brownish shades depending on the alteration.
In an intense yellow color, very bright.
Distributed along fractures or veins of quartz.

Origin: Italy Valle D'Aosta
Measurements: 4x3x2cm
Weight: 11.82g

Gold on matrix from Brusson (Valle d’Aosta) is one of the most sought-after mineralogical specimens of the Alps.

Chamousira–Fenilliaz Gold Mine, in the municipality of Brusson.

Historic gold district, active since antiquity and intensively exploited between the 19th and 20th centuries.
The typical matrix of gold samples from Brusson is composed of:
Sericite and other fine micas
Colors ranging from white to light gray, with green or brownish shades depending on the alteration.
In an intense yellow color, very bright.
Distributed along fractures or veins of quartz.

Origin: Italy Valle D'Aosta
Measurements: 4x3x2cm
Weight: 11.82g

Details

Number of items
1
Main Mineral
Gold
Mineral Form
Crystals on matrix
Weight
11.82 g
Origin (Region/ City)
Brusson, Valle d'Aosta
Country of Origin
Italy
Height
2 cm
Width
3 cm
Depth
4 cm
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Objects sold
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