Polished gold-in-quartz cabochon from Ontario, Canada, with natural native gold visible in a dark quartz matrix. These specimens are collected near hard-rock gold deposits and sliced to preserve the native metal in its natural host. The gold is believed to have formed hydrothermally and was later exposed through mining and erosion. This is a genuine example of native gold in matrix—not foil or man-made composite
This has been in a private collection for 30 years and is now being offered by Gem Dragon Auctions
12.100 carats / 19.8 x 12.3 x 6.3 mm
Estimate: $350 - $400
