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Sphalerite on Galena

Unknown Owner
A grouping of twinned galena crystals measuring to 5.5 cm in size, these partially coated with crystallized siderite and lustrous black crystals of sphalerite. This is in very good condition.

Product details

Species
Galena, SphaleriteAbout Galena →
SizeCabinet
Dimensions10.5 x 8.0 x 3.5 cm
Added on09/27/2025
Locality
Romania, Maramureș County, Herja MineRegional guide →

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Unknown Owner$410.00
—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.
Galena
Regional guide
Galena from Herja Mine, Romania
Herja Mine, Romania — Galena with sharp cuboctahedra in a rich paragenesis with calcite and sphalerite; prized by collectors for locality and display value.