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IMA mineral species Healing crystal

Native gold

✦ The Sun Metal ✦

🪶 Soft, Scratches Easily

Crystal lore: 💰 Abundance🔥 Confidence🌿 Healing

Au

Mineral (as opposed to the chemical element).

Gold

Native gold specimen
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Properties

⛏ Mohs hardness2.5 – 3
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A copper coin scratches it.

⚖ Density15.6 – 19.2 g/cm³
Very heavy
🔷 Cubic
Chemical formulaAu
ElementsAu
Crystal systemCubic
Mohs hardness2.5 – 3
Density15.6 – 19.2 g/cm³
Streak—
Color—
IMA symbolAu
Nickel–Strunz class1.AA.05

“—” means no reliable value in Wikidata yet. Check Mindat for full data.

Care & Handling

  • 🪶 Soft, Scratches Easily Mohs 2.5 – 3: softer than a steel knife, so it scratches easily. Store it apart from harder stones.

🌍 Where it's found

  • Type locality
  • Notable source / deposit
  • Country of origin

Marker positions are approximate (region or locality level). Type localities from Wikidata; notable sources curated by Crystopedia.

Varieties & related stones

✨ Metaphysical & Folklore

These are traditional and folk beliefs from crystal lore. They are not scientific or medical claims – crystals are not a substitute for professional care.

Gold has symbolised the sun, purity and wealth across cultures.

Traditional uses
abundance, confidence, vitality
Chakra
Solar Plexus Crown
Zodiac
♌Leo
Element
🔥Fire

💞 Pairs well with (traditional pairings)

PyriteA natural partner for abundance; Pyrite also adds protection. AmberPaired in tradition for vitality, with Amber bringing warmth as well. CitrineBoth carry the theme of confidence, so together they're thought to reinforce it. Tiger's EyeA natural partner for confidence; Tiger's Eye also adds focus. HematiteA grounding root stone to balance gold's high, spiritual energy.

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