Galena Ore
Virtual Museum ID: 19-SM01
Specimen Summary
Galena is the main ore mineral for lead. Because of its relatively low melting temperature, it can be easily smelted and has been used as a source of lead since ancient times. Galena has a cubic crystal system and can often be found as cubes or octahedra. Its shiny grey metallic lustre and heavy, dense nature make it easy to recognize. Galena often contains small amounts of silver, which add to its economic value.
Specimen Data
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Collection Details
Original Collection:
Sandon Museum (SM)Sub Collection:
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SM_01Virtual Museum ID:
19-SM01Accessibility:
Date Added to VM:
2019-06-12Location Information
Sample Origin:
Sandon, B.C.Specific Site:
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483540UTM Northing:
5535950Datum:
11 (NAD 83)Coordinate Accuracy:
Specimen Details
VM Category:
Ore SamplePrimary Features:
Galena OrePrimary Mineral Formula:
PbSPrimary Category:
sulphideSecondary Features:
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