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Galena

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A fine, old-time galena specimen from the Joplin Field of Tri-State District and the George Feist Collection, # 2837. This beautiful, lustrous, upright specimen consists of "fortification," cuboctahedral galena crystals and one of the primary crystals is exquisitely hoppered. The hoppered crystal is 2.5 across. A very fine, uncommon, old-timer from this historic district.

Product details

SpeciesGalena
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.3 x 5.7 x 3.8 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Galena
Mineral guide
Learn about Galena
metallic luster with cube and cuboctahedral crystals, often twinned; sharp cleavage reveals reflective planes, a standout sulfide for collectors.
Galena
Regional guide
Galena from Joplin Field, USA
from Joplin Field, USA: heavy architectural steel-gray cubes on chert, iconic Tri-State lead-sulfide; historic mining context adds collecting value.