Gold

This specimen showcases high-grade gold in milky white quartz matrix. Located in Timiskaming, Ontario, the Kerr-Addison Mine was one of North America’s most significant gold producers, reaching a depth of 5,000 feet before its closure. At its peak in 1960, it was the largest gold-producing mine in North America, and this specimen stands as a testament to its remarkable ore quality. Development of the property began in 1907, but full-scale production did not commence until 1938, following its acquisition by Kerr-Addison Mines Ltd. The mine changed ownership several times over the years but ultimately ceased operations in 1996, with a total production of approximately 10.5 million ounces of gold. This specimen serves as a historical and mineralogical record of the extraordinary deposits that once made Kerr-Addison a world-class mining operation.

Hydrostatic testing tells us that the gold content is estimated to be around 1.7 grams, highlighting the richness of the Kerr-Addison Mine in its heyday.