Galena is one of the oldest and most striking minerals ever discovered by humanity. Its characteristic silvery-grey metallic lustre and perfect cubic cleavage set it apart from other minerals immediately. This lot contains approximately 27-70 natural galena specimens — each piece unique, extracted from the depths of Morocco.
What is Galena?
Galena is a lead sulphide mineral with the chemical formula PbS. It has been mined for centuries as one of the most important sources of lead, and it also contains silver. Its distinctive appearance — a blue-grey, metallically gleaming surface with almost geometrically perfect cleavage planes — makes it highly sought after by collectors. In its natural form it is already a striking display or storage piece on its own.
For Collectors, Educators and Spiritual Use
Galena is an excellent material for mineralogical education, offering vivid examples of cleavage and crystal structure. In traditions rooted in spiritual practice, it is said to enhance stability and focus. For collectors, each lot contains specimens of varying size and character, making every package unique and unrepeatable.
Lot Contents and Size
One lot contains approximately 7.1 kg of galena specimens, totalling around 27-70 pieces — the exact count varies due to natural size differences. Individual piece size and weight vary accordingly. Naturally sourced, unprocessed minerals imported from Morocco.
Product Details
- Material: galena (lead sulphide mineral)
- Quantity: approx. 27-70 pcs per lot
- Net weight: approx. 7.1 kg per lot
- Country of origin: Morocco