Galena Mineral Specimen

Galena For Sale

Though Galena has a Mohs hardness of 2.5.  It is excellent for wire wrapping.  So, adorn yourself with a sparkly surprise!  This small Galena mineral specimen is a perfect size for jewelry making and looks stunning with its very shiny and silver color. Bring a little sparkle to your day with this beautiful mineral!  Galena is a lead ore with the chemical name lead sulfide and is sometimes called lead glance.  

California Proposition 65 Warning: Galena rock, a primary ore of lead, poses serious health concerns primarily due to its high lead content.  While a solid specimen is relatively inert, crushing, grinding, or smelting the rock releases toxic lead dust or fumes.  Inhalation or ingestion of these particles can lead to severe plumbism.

Origin:  Missouri, USA

Measurements: This specimen stands 1/2 inch tall, .75 of an inch long, and 1/2 inch wide.

Shipping - your purchase will be carefully packed and shipped within 3 weekdays of completed checkout.  Our fulfillment specialists do not work weekends. 

NOTE: You might not receive the exact piece that you see in the picture but one similar. WE DO NOT SHIP THIS MINERAL TO CALIFORNIA