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Sphalerite on Galena

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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

SpeciesGalena, Sphalerite
SizeCabinet
Dimensions10.5 x 8.0 x 3.5 cm
Added on09/27/2025
LocalityRomania, Maramureș County, Herja Mine

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
03/2026Unknown 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
from Herja Mine, Romania — metallic cuboctahedra with famed paragenesis (calcite, sphalerite, siderite) and rich sulfosalts, prized by collectors.