Witherite (Huge Crystal!) With Galena
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This is a 3-dimensional, translucent, lustrous crystal of witherite from the Cumbrian ore fields. It is also rather large at a whopping 6 cm in length! There are a few gray galena crystals attached on the side. The galena crystals reach 1.0 cm across and provide a nice accent for the combination. I have to say, I have not personllay seen an English witherite in association with galena from here before. It makes sense, just haven't seen it. This is a very aesthetic, nice-sized specimen of some significance for the species, for which this was a very important locality in the 1800s. Better in person!
Product details
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions6.0 x 5.3 x 4.0 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityUK, England, Brownley Hill 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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