Native Gold
Native Gold is a mineral with the chemical formula Au. It has a Mohs hardness of 2.5 - 3 and metallic luster.
Native Gold properties
| Type | Mineral |
|---|---|
| Chemical formula | Au |
| Mohs hardness | 2.5 - 3 |
| Luster | metallic |
| Typical colors | golden yellow |
| Formation | occurs in hydrothermal veins, alluvial deposits, and as nuggets |
| Rarity | 6 / 10 |
Mohs hardness 2.5–3 — soft
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