Galena (twins) with Sphalerite
specimen number:
4571676
location:
Naica, Chihuahua, Mexico
description:
Bright lustrous twinned crystals of galena to 2.0 cm in size across the top of this black lustrous sphalerite crystal matrix. This is in great condition. These are flattened penetration twins, not spinel Law twins as often stated.
Size: 5.0 x 3.5 x 2.5 cm (miniature)
Collection: Catherine J. & Bruce Paul Gaber
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