Galena, Sphalerite (floater)
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A complete floater with no visible point of attachment, this superb galena specimen with crystals to 2.5 cm across is lustrous and display-worthy. The interstitial spaces are filled with ruby jack sphalerite bits. Mined from the Bahama ore body. Ex. Ross Lillie collection. RCL#1651. Unusual for the district!
Product details
SpeciesGalena, Sphalerite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions6.7 x 6.3 x 3.8 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityUSA, Illinois, Denton Mine
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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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
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