$5,500Median
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Lead specimens for sale
5 for sale · $400–$7,500 USD
14 in the gallery
Lead is a malleable metal that typically forms a dull to metallic luster with a soft, silvery gray appearance when freshly broken. In mineral form it commonly occurs as discrete crystals or as massive aggregates, and can take on a variety of habits depending on the associated minerals and geological environment. It is often found in sulfide and carbonate-associated deposits, and may be accompanied by minerals such as galena, anglesite, or cerussite in ore assemblages. Collectors prize well-formed, lustrous galena crystals and dramatic, iridescent cerussite from classic localities, as well as solid, heavy nodules from rich ore bodies.
- Formula
- Pb
- Rarity
- Abundant
- Stability
- Stable
- Collector interest
- Very High Interest
- Classification notes
- Native element; metal group (Pb)
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Top localities
- Långban Mine6 specimens
- Langban3 specimens
- China1 specimen
- Sweden1 specimen
- Dalarna County1 specimen
- Filipstad1 specimen
About Lead
Historical and contemporary specimens of lead-bearing minerals come from a range of prominent localities around the world, including mines in Sweden, the United States, Australia, and China. Galena, the primary ore mineral for lead, is valued for its metallic sheen and sharp crystal faces, while secondary minerals like anglesite and cerussite offer contrasting colors and forms. For mineral enthusiasts, these pieces provide a window into ore genesis and the geochemical behavior of lead in oxidizing environments, making them appealing additions to a curated collection.
