Galena
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The old label that accompanies this old German specimen actually lists the locality as "Beialf, Prussia," a testament to its age. It features galena crystals of gunmetal gray clustered along the center of the matrix, in a shallow depression. Ex. Seaman Museum.
Product details
SpeciesGalena
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions9.1 x 8.7 x 4.2 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityGermany, Rhineland-Palatinate
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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