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Rocks and Minerals ➔ Gold in Matrix
Identifier:
2019.1.1451Description:
Gold is one of the heaviest minerals and is often found in quartz, igneous rocks, and sedimentary deposits. It is considered a precious metal and does not corrode. This specimen was found in Otago, New Zealand and was collected by A. E. Foote.Gold Formula: Au
Date:
1880 – 1895Current Location Status:
In StorageCollection Tier:
Tier 3Source:
Museum CollectionRelated Entity:
Dr. A. E. Foote (was collected by)Albert Edward Foote was one of America's most famous early mineral dealers.
