{"product_id":"micromount-galenit-aus-aris-namibia","title":"Micromount - Galena from Aris, Namibia","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGalena is a particularly popular mineral among collectors, especially in the form of a micromount. The exceptional quality of the galena from Aris, Namibia, makes it a sought-after piece for mineral collectors. Its characteristic cube-shaped crystals with a metallic, silvery sheen give it an impressive look. Due to its rarity and special luster, galena is not only a valuable piece for any collection, but also a decorative eye-catcher.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMineralogical Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChemical Formula:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e PbS (lead sulfide)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChemical Composition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Galena consists mainly of lead and sulfur and is the most important ore for lead extraction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Silver to gray\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStreak Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Gray-black\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLuster:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Metallic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMohs Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCleavage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Perfect cubic cleavage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFracture:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Irregular to conchoidal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Galena can weather under certain conditions and transform into anglesite or cerussite.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal System:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cubic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMorphology:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Galena often crystallizes in cubes, but can also take on octahedral forms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin and Locality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Aris Mine in Namibia is a well-known locality for numerous rare minerals. The geological conditions in this area have contributed to the formation of particularly high-quality galena crystals. The occurrence in Namibia is characterized by remarkable purity and size of the crystals, making this micromount especially attractive to collectors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSignificance in Various Cultures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGalena was valued in various cultures for its metallic properties. In antiquity, it was used as a raw material for making lead objects. In spiritual circles, galena is regarded as a stone of transformation and grounding. It is said to help promote clarity and focus in life and is often used for meditation purposes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHealing Stone Properties and Water Stone Aspects\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGalena is used in healing stone lore for various purposes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMental Clarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It is said to help calm the mind and gain deeper insights.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrounding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Due to its heavy density, it is associated with stabilizing energies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtection: In stone lore, galena is traditionally associated with protection from negative influences.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeditation: In stone lore, it is traditionally considered a stone of inner peace and is often used in meditation practice.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThose interested in water stones should note that galena should not be used for the direct preparation of gemstone water due to its lead content.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelation to Zodiac Signs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGalena is often mentioned as a balancing stone for various zodiac signs. In particular, it is associated with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapricorn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, as it stands for stability, focus, and clarity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-nosnippet\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \"Please note that the effects of gemstones and minerals are not scientifically proven and should therefore not be regarded as a substitute for medical treatment or therapy. These are traditions and beliefs that everyone can interpret and apply for themselves.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more information on collector minerals, visit: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/crystalparadise.live\/collections\/mineralien-fuer-sammler\" disabled\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinerals for Collectors - Stone Types\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more about the world of healing stones: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/crystalparadise.live\/pages\/crystal-power-heilsteine-nach-arten\" disabled\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrystal Power - Healing Stones by Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mein Shop","offers":[{"title":"S - 2.5 x 2.5 x 2 cm","offer_id":54168066294086,"sku":"MIN_089_micro_001S","price":4.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"M - 4 x 3 x 2.5 cm","offer_id":54168066326854,"sku":"MIN_089_micro_001M","price":5.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"L - 4 x 3.5 x 3 cm","offer_id":54168066359622,"sku":"MIN_089_micro_001L","price":7.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0816\/3147\/8086\/files\/Galenit-Aris-Namibia_02.jpg?v=1740298193","url":"https:\/\/crystalparadise.live\/en\/products\/micromount-galenit-aus-aris-namibia","provider":"crystal paradise","version":"1.0","type":"link"}