Galena
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Another Eastern European galena of a completely different style, and one of several fine Bulgarian specimens in this set of auctions. These are large, shiny silver crystals to 3.5 cm, with accenting pyrite and quartz. The faces are sharp and shiny-metallic.
Product details
SpeciesGalena
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions6.4 x 5.6 x 3.8 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityBulgaria, Smolyan Province, Borieva 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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