Galena with Chalcopyrite - image 1
Galena with Chalcopyrite - image 2
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Galena with Chalcopyrite

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Bright lustrous sharp cubic crystals of galena measuring to 1.0 cm on edge very rich across one side of this matrix with bright golden crystals of chalcopyrite. Minor quartz and calcite are present. This is in very good condition with slight sparse micro-chipping present. The specimen comes with a previous collection label as shown at the end of the video.

Product details

SizeLarge Cabinet
Dimensions18.0 x 9.0 x 7.0 cm
Added on10/25/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
03/2025Unknown Owner$450.00
Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Galena
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.
Galena
Regional guide
Galena from Madan Ore Field, Bulgaria
from Madan Ore Field, Bulgaria — architectural cubic and cuboctahedral crystals with mirror-bright luster, prized for 3D form and Rhodope locality.