Refractory Gold Ore Quartz Crystal Specimen | Specimen 1

This natural refractory gold ore specimen is being sold as a geological and mineral display piece due to the quartz crystals that formed inside fractures created by ancient hydrothermal explosions. During these violent hydrothermal events, the host rock was shattered and brecciated, creating open cavities and fracture zones. Silica-rich fluids later moved through these openings, depositing and growing natural quartz crystals throughout the rock.

The specimen contains sulfide-rich refractory gold mineralisation with minute silver content and antimony-bearing minerals. While some gold occurs as free gold, it is micron-sized and generally only visible under magnification or a microscope. Most of the gold remains locked within sulfide minerals, meaning it cannot be recovered through simple crushing or panning methods.

This is a genuine natural mineral specimen ideal for:

• Mineral and crystal collections
• Geological display collections
• Refractory gold ore collectors
• Educational and study purposes
• Quartz and hydrothermal mineral enthusiasts
• Sulfide ore and mineral specimen collectors

Specimen Size:
7cm x 8.5cm x 8cm

Important Disclaimer:

This specimen is sold strictly as a collectible geological display sample. I do not recommend crushing, roasting, smelting, or chemically processing this material.

The ore contains refractory sulfides and antimony-bearing minerals. Roasting or chemical liberation processes can release toxic and hazardous gases. Any attempt to process the specimen is entirely at the buyer’s own risk and responsibility.

By purchasing this item, the buyer acknowledges that this specimen is intended for collection and display purposes only.

Shipping:

Australia-wide shipping only. No international shipping available.