Siegenite perched on Galena
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A remarkably sharp and lustrous cluster of siegenite crystals is perched atop of an elongated, highly lustrous, silvery-gray crystal of galena measuring 3 cm in length. This specimen was a real surprise when I saw it in a competitive miniatures suite! It is shocking to see such a freestanding cluster of this very rare cobalt nickel sulfide, and the crystals near 1 cm (large for species). It is an elegant, and surprising, competitive miniature, ex. Irv Brown miniatures collection.
Product details
SpeciesGalena
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.7 x 2.3 x 1.8 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityUSA, Missouri, Buick Mine
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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Mineral guide
Learn about Galena
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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