Chalcopyrite, Galena, Sphalerite
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I think you can see from the photo how wonderfully unique this LARGE Eastern European combo specimen out of the Wein Collection is. This is largely due to the extremely unusual rounded faces of the galena crystals - not to be confused with non-crystallized, massive galena - the faces are just super-modified and shallow. On them sit crystals of brassy chalcopyrite, and here and there, sphalerites - which stand out against this backdrop of silky silver galena. Ex. Wein Collection (Stuttgart) .
Product details
SpeciesGalena, Chalcopyrite, Sphalerite
SizeCabinet
Dimensions12.5 x 11.2 x 4.9 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityRomania, Maramureș County, Cavnic
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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