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Pyrrhotite, Galena

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Attractive and very interesting combination piece consisting of modified Galena dodecahedrons intergrown with thick plates of Pyrrhotite. The Galenas, the largest of which is about 3 cm, have good luster and occasionally modified faces. In some cases, there is incomplete growth, but that doesn't detract at all. The Pyrrhotites are an amazing .7 cm thick, and have very good luster. An important specimen from a very famous locality.

Product details

SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions6.0 x 4.0 x 3.0 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Galena
Mineral guide
Learn about Galena
metallic luster with cube and cuboctahedral crystals, often twinned; sharp cleavage reveals reflective planes, a standout sulfide for collectors.
Galena
Regional guide
Galena from Dalnegorsk, Russia
Dalnegorsk, Russia: heavy lead-gray metallic crystals with sculptural cuboctahedral faces and dramatic intergrowths; prized locality for collectors.