2" Rough Natural Silver Metallic Galena Crystal Mineral Mibladen Morocco

Location: Mibladen, Morocco

Weight: 8.6 Ounces 

Dimensions: 2 Inches Long, 1.9 Inches Wide, 1.2 Inches Thick 

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Galena, the most abundant lead mineral, has fascinated collectors for centuries. Its crystals showcase striking forms—from cubic shapes edged by octahedral growth to octahedra with flattened points from cubic influences. Many specimens blur the line between these shapes, while some display dodecahedral patterns merging with cubic-octahedral structures, creating truly wild and unique formations that stand out in any collection.

Galena is a primary mineral from which many lead-based minerals, such as Cerussite and Anglesite, are derived as secondary formations. The presence of impurities like silver and bismuth within Galena’s structure can alter its cleavage characteristics. When bismuth is present, Galena may display octahedral cleavage, while silver can result in cleavage fragments that are flaky and subtly curved, adding to the mineral’s complexity and elegance.