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Galena, Gypsum (Var: Selenite)

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A superb old specimen from the Mining Academy in Freiberg, circa late 1800s, this is a significant German galena specimen. It has large galena crystals and has a bizarre association with little bowtie clusters of selenite. It also has association with sphalerite and quartz.

Product details

SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions10.0 x 8.0 x 4.0 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Galena
Mineral guide
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metallic luster with cube and cuboctahedral crystals, often twinned; sharp cleavage reveals reflective planes, a standout sulfide for collectors.
Regional guide
Galena from Banská Štiavnica
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