Sweetwater Galena on Matrix

$15,000.00



This striking Galena crystal from the famed Sweetwater Mine in the Viburnum Trend, Reynolds County, Missouri, showcases a perfectly defined, large metallic cube measuring an impressive 3-1/4″ x 3″ x 2-3/4″. Gleaming with natural metallic luster, the sharply formed Galena sits in bold contrast against its rugged host rock for a visually captivating display.

Galena is the primary ore of lead and a classic mineral species known for its cubic crystal habit. The Viburnum Trend is one of the most celebrated sources in the world for exceptional Galena specimens, and this cabinet-sized single crystal is no exception: displaying sharp geometry, large scale, and brilliant natural sheen.

A commanding addition to any serious collection, this specimen exemplifies the high-quality crystal formation that makes Missouri Galena so collectible.

Length Height Depth Weight
5.5″ 6.63″ 5.63″ 10 lb.

B0699

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