{"product_id":"galena-with-needle-quartz-madan-bulgaria-0-38-lbs","title":"Galena with Needle Quartz – Madan, Bulgaria – 0.38 lbs","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"499\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThis striking collector specimen showcases sharp, metallic \u003cstrong data-start=\"159\" data-end=\"169\"\u003eGalena\u003c\/strong\u003e crystals accented by sparkling \u003cstrong data-start=\"201\" data-end=\"218\"\u003eNeedle Quartz\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating an exceptional contrast of mirror-bright metallic luster against delicate white crystal growth. Sourced from the renowned \u003cstrong data-start=\"351\" data-end=\"373\"\u003e9th September Mine\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong data-start=\"377\" data-end=\"396\"\u003eMadan, Bulgaria\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is authentic old-stock material from one of Europe's most celebrated sulfide mineral localities.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"501\" data-end=\"929\"\u003eThe Galena exhibits crisp cubic crystal faces with excellent stepped growth patterns and outstanding reflectivity, while the surrounding Needle Quartz softens the composition with fine, shimmering drusy coverage. Several crystals display subtle internal olive to smoky reflections beneath the metallic surfaces—a characteristic of the lighting interacting with the highly reflective crystal faces rather than a separate mineral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"1275\"\u003eThe 9th September Mine has long been regarded for producing some of the world's finest Galena specimens, and quality old-stock examples continue to become increasingly difficult to obtain. This piece represents an outstanding opportunity to own a classic Bulgarian locality specimen suitable for both beginning and advanced mineral collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1277\" data-end=\"1483\"\u003eWhether displayed in a cabinet, photographed under directional lighting, or added to a classic European sulfide collection, this specimen offers exceptional visual appeal and historic locality significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1485\" data-end=\"1488\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"2l0mzs\" data-start=\"1490\" data-end=\"1512\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1512\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1514\" data-end=\"1797\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1f2cgwq\" data-start=\"1514\" data-end=\"1554\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1528\"\u003eMineral:\u003c\/strong\u003e Galena with Needle Quartz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"a8h8n5\" data-start=\"1555\" data-end=\"1625\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1557\" data-end=\"1570\"\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9th September Mine, Madan, Rhodope Mountains, Bulgaria\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1htap9k\" data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1656\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1628\" data-end=\"1639\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.38 lbs (172 g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"51dzy3\" data-start=\"1657\" data-end=\"1695\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1674\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 x 1.5 x 3.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zgr3fe\" data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1729\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1698\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fypl5u\" data-start=\"1730\" data-end=\"1797\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1732\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003eDisplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freestanding with multiple attractive viewing angles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1799\" data-end=\"1802\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1p299ja\" data-start=\"1804\" data-end=\"1827\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1808\" data-end=\"1827\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1829\" data-end=\"2104\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1omqnx9\" data-start=\"1829\" data-end=\"1869\"\u003eAuthentic old-stock Bulgarian material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"c4n2nh\" data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"1918\"\u003eSharp cubic Galena crystals with mirror luster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"urrykh\" data-start=\"1919\" data-end=\"1972\"\u003eAttractive association with sparkling Needle Quartz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7nd7zq\" data-start=\"1973\" data-end=\"2008\"\u003eClassic European sulfide locality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1yt17v4\" data-start=\"2009\" data-end=\"2037\"\u003eExcellent cabinet specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1fgb7qv\" data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2104\"\u003eOutstanding contrast between metallic and white crystal textures\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2307\" data-end=\"2357\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2307\" data-end=\"2357\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eProfessionally packaged and shipped from Colorado.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2359\" data-end=\"2401\"\u003eYou will receive the exact specimen shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2403\" data-end=\"2538\"\u003eEvery order is backed by our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. 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