This listing is for a Galena display specimen, 100% natural.
Details:• mineral: Galena• color: silver, gray• dimensions: approx 2.75 × 2.25 × 2.25 inches• weight: 2 pounds 11.8 ounces
The measurements provided are at the widest part and are close approximations. The piece(s) shown in the pictures is what will be shipped to is a striking lead sulfide mineral with a bright, silver-gray metallic luster and a unique cubic crystal structure. It's toxic because it contains lead, but a solid, intact specimen is generally safe to handle if you take basic safety precautions.
Key Physical Properties:• Composition: Lead sulfide (PbS)• Crystal System: Isometric/Cubic with perfect 90-degree cleavage• Hardness: Very soft, rating 2.5 on the Mohs scale• Density: Exceptionally heavy and dense (specific gravity around is what Ryan from TX had to say about our Galena specimens: Another great specimen from TNT Mine Co. This time a big piece of Galena. This is a great seller. Thanks! you have any questions, please contact us.
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Tim & Tonya Advisory (California Proposition 65):
While completely safe to display on a shelf or wear as finished pieces, many raw mineral specimens naturally contain toxic elements, heavy metals, or glass-like structures (such as copper, arsenic, lead, or silica). To ensure your safety, please follow these responsible ownership and lapidary protocols:
• Basic Handling: Always wash your hands immediately after touching raw minerals and never ingest minerals.
• Lapidary Safety: When cutting or drilling, always use specialized safety equipment, including wet-cutting machinery, proper ventilation, and appropriate respirators or masks to avoid inhaling toxic dust or fumes.
How Galena Causes Toxicity
• Lead Content: Galena is lead sulfide (PbS) and consists of about 86% lead.• Dust and Inhalation: Breaking, cutting, grinding, or crushing galena creates toxic dust or fumes that can cause lead poisoning if inhaled or ingested.• Ingestion Risk: Swallowing dust—such as by eating or touching food after handling the mineral without washing hands—allows stomach acid to break down the compound.• Inert Solid: The massive, solid mineral is highly insoluble in water, meaning simple skin contact with an intact piece poses very low risk.
Safety Guidelines
• Wash Hands: Always wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling galena.• Avoid Dust: Do not use galena for lapidary work (cutting or polishing) without proper personal protective equipment like a respirator.• Keep Away from Food: Never store galena near food, drinks, or areas where children and pets can touch or ingest it.• Do Not Heat: Heating galena releases hazardous, toxic lead fumes
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