$20.00
M206: Galena – Locality: Obscure. Selection: Rough specimen.
Appearance: Has a shiny appearance and some iridescence.
Please Note: display photos are shot under various light settings.
Approximate measurements: LxWxH – 1 1/2″ x 1 1/8″ x 1 3/8″.
Availability: single specimen, exclusive.
This is a very nice Galena specimen with lots of character and design. It measures 2″ x 2 1/8″ x 1 1/8″ and has a shiny appearance. A great addition to any mineral collection.
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Galena is the natural mineral form of Lead Sulfide. It is the most important Lead ore mineral and is one of the most abundant and widely distributed sulfide minerals. It is often associated with Sphalerite, Calcite and Fluorite. Galena deposits often contain significant amounts of Silver, Zinc, Cadmium, Antimony Arsenic and Bismuth. It is used as a semiconductor in early wireless communication systems. It is usually dark grey to black in color with a shiny iridescence.
| Weight | 0.5 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 1.5 × 1.125 × 1.375 in |
