Galena with Sphalerite, Barite - image 1
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Galena with Sphalerite, Barite

Unknown Owner
Choice combination specimen for this Irish locality. Bright lustrous crystals of galena and smaller but gemmy crystals of sphalerite are scattered across the front of a matrix. In good condition. This would have been collected in the 1970s. Bladed crystals of barite are present as well.

Product details

Species
Galena, Sphalerite, BariteAbout Galena →
SizeCabinet
Dimensions12.0 x 8.5 x 4.5 cm
Added on07/29/2025
Locality
Ireland, Munster, Silvermines District

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2025Unknown Owner$430.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot 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.
Regional guide
Galena from Silvermines District
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