Galena Crystal UK Genuine Lead Sulfide Mineral Specimen with Certificate of Authenticity
£ 14.40
GENUINE GALENA – UNITED KINGDOM MINERAL SPECIMENThis Galena crystal from the United Kingdom is a genuine and carefully selected
mineral specimen displaying classic metallic cubic crystal form. The photograph provided shows the exact specimen you will receive. Please refer to the images for full sizing details and accurate scale.This crystal includes a Certificate of Authenticity lifetime guarantee generic card confirming its genuine mineral identification and UK origin. MINERAL & GEOLOGICAL CLASSIFICATION – GALENAGalena is a lead sulfide mineral with the chemical formula PbS. It is the primary ore of lead and belongs to the sulfide mineral group. Galena crystallises in the isometric (cubic) crystal system and is widely recognised for its distinctive metallic lustre and geometric crystal habit.Mineral Name: GalenaChemical Formula: PbSMineral Group: SulfideCrystal System: Isometric (Cubic)Hardness: 2.5–2.75 on the Mohs scaleLustre: MetallicColour: Lead-grey to silver-greyGalena commonly forms perfect cubes and cubic aggregates, often with stepped growth patterns. The mineral exhibits perfect cubic cleavage in three directions at right angles, meaning broken surfaces may reveal smaller internal cubes.Its high density is a defining characteristic, making it noticeably heavy for its size. GEOLOGICAL FORMATION & UK CONTEXTIn the United Kingdom, galena is typically found in hydrothermal vein deposits associated with mineralised zones in regions such as Cornwall, Derbyshire, Cumbria and the Pennines. These deposits formed when metal-rich hydrothermal fluids circulated through fractures in host rocks, depositing sulfide minerals as temperatures and pressures changed.Galena commonly crystallised alongside other minerals such as:
• Quartz (SiO₂)
• Fluorite (CaF₂)
• Calcite (CaCO₃)
• Sphalerite (ZnS)
• Chalcopyrite (CuFeS₂)These vein systems are often linked to tectonic activity and, in some regions, granite intrusions that generated mineral-bearing fluids.The formation process involved sulfur combining with dissolved lead within hydrothermal fluids, resulting in the precipitation of lead sulfide within open fractures and cavities. CRYSTAL CHARACTERISTICS & NOTABLE TRAITSThis specimen may display:
• Well-defined cubic crystal structure
• Bright metallic silver-grey surfaces
• Sharp edges and geometric form
• Natural matrix attachmentFresh galena surfaces often show a reflective metallic sheen, while minor natural oxidation may produce subtle dulling or surface texture variation. These features are part of the specimen’s geological history and authenticity.The cubic symmetry is one of galena’s most striking attributes, making it a classic example of isometric crystal growth. GEOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE & COLLECTIBILITYGalena holds historical importance as the principal source of lead, a metal used extensively throughout British mining history. Specimens from UK localities represent a key part of the country’s geological and industrial heritage.Collectors value galena for its:
• Distinct cubic crystal habit
• Strong metallic appearance
• High density
• Association with classic British mining districtsThis specimen is suitable for mineral cabinets, educational geology collections and collectors of metallic sulfide minerals.Because this is a genuine natural specimen, it displays unique crystal arrangement and surface features shaped by its formation environment. The photograph shows the exact specimen you will receive. AUTHENTICITY & PRESENTATIONThis Galena specimen from the UK has been carefully chosen for crystal quality and presentation. Included with your purchase is a Certificate of Authenticity lifetime guarantee generic card confirming its genuine mineral status.Combining classic cubic crystal geometry with metallic sulphide mineralisation, this Galena specimen offers mineral authenticity, geological significance and strong collector appeal in one carefully selected piece.
mineral specimen displaying classic metallic cubic crystal form. The photograph provided shows the exact specimen you will receive. Please refer to the images for full sizing details and accurate scale.This crystal includes a Certificate of Authenticity lifetime guarantee generic card confirming its genuine mineral identification and UK origin. MINERAL & GEOLOGICAL CLASSIFICATION – GALENAGalena is a lead sulfide mineral with the chemical formula PbS. It is the primary ore of lead and belongs to the sulfide mineral group. Galena crystallises in the isometric (cubic) crystal system and is widely recognised for its distinctive metallic lustre and geometric crystal habit.Mineral Name: GalenaChemical Formula: PbSMineral Group: SulfideCrystal System: Isometric (Cubic)Hardness: 2.5–2.75 on the Mohs scaleLustre: MetallicColour: Lead-grey to silver-greyGalena commonly forms perfect cubes and cubic aggregates, often with stepped growth patterns. The mineral exhibits perfect cubic cleavage in three directions at right angles, meaning broken surfaces may reveal smaller internal cubes.Its high density is a defining characteristic, making it noticeably heavy for its size. GEOLOGICAL FORMATION & UK CONTEXTIn the United Kingdom, galena is typically found in hydrothermal vein deposits associated with mineralised zones in regions such as Cornwall, Derbyshire, Cumbria and the Pennines. These deposits formed when metal-rich hydrothermal fluids circulated through fractures in host rocks, depositing sulfide minerals as temperatures and pressures changed.Galena commonly crystallised alongside other minerals such as:
• Quartz (SiO₂)
• Fluorite (CaF₂)
• Calcite (CaCO₃)
• Sphalerite (ZnS)
• Chalcopyrite (CuFeS₂)These vein systems are often linked to tectonic activity and, in some regions, granite intrusions that generated mineral-bearing fluids.The formation process involved sulfur combining with dissolved lead within hydrothermal fluids, resulting in the precipitation of lead sulfide within open fractures and cavities. CRYSTAL CHARACTERISTICS & NOTABLE TRAITSThis specimen may display:
• Well-defined cubic crystal structure
• Bright metallic silver-grey surfaces
• Sharp edges and geometric form
• Natural matrix attachmentFresh galena surfaces often show a reflective metallic sheen, while minor natural oxidation may produce subtle dulling or surface texture variation. These features are part of the specimen’s geological history and authenticity.The cubic symmetry is one of galena’s most striking attributes, making it a classic example of isometric crystal growth. GEOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE & COLLECTIBILITYGalena holds historical importance as the principal source of lead, a metal used extensively throughout British mining history. Specimens from UK localities represent a key part of the country’s geological and industrial heritage.Collectors value galena for its:
• Distinct cubic crystal habit
• Strong metallic appearance
• High density
• Association with classic British mining districtsThis specimen is suitable for mineral cabinets, educational geology collections and collectors of metallic sulfide minerals.Because this is a genuine natural specimen, it displays unique crystal arrangement and surface features shaped by its formation environment. The photograph shows the exact specimen you will receive. AUTHENTICITY & PRESENTATIONThis Galena specimen from the UK has been carefully chosen for crystal quality and presentation. Included with your purchase is a Certificate of Authenticity lifetime guarantee generic card confirming its genuine mineral status.Combining classic cubic crystal geometry with metallic sulphide mineralisation, this Galena specimen offers mineral authenticity, geological significance and strong collector appeal in one carefully selected piece.
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