{"product_id":"galena-pyrite-on-matrix-greystone-quarry-cornwall","title":"Galena \u0026 Pyrite on Matrix | Greystone Quarry, Cornwall","description":"\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecimen Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA striking natural mineral specimen featuring \u003cstrong\u003eGalena and Pyrite from Greystone Quarry, Lezant, Cornwall\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful piece showcases a combination of metallic silver-grey galena and golden, brass-coloured pyrite distributed throughout a contrasting pale crystalline matrix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe galena exhibits a distinctive metallic lustre, while the pyrite introduces flashes of warm gold across the specimen. Small crystalline surfaces catch the light from different angles, revealing the intricate relationship between the minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith its natural textures, contrasting colours and unmistakably metallic character, this specimen is a wonderful example of Cornwall's mineralogical diversity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Minerals\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGalena\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGalena is a lead sulphide mineral (PbS) and the principal ore of lead. It is recognised by its metallic silver-grey colour, high density and characteristic cubic cleavage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGalena forms in various geological environments, including hydrothermal mineral veins, where mineral-rich fluids deposit sulphide minerals within fractures and cavities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePyrite\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePyrite is an iron sulphide mineral (FeS₂), commonly known as Fool's Gold because of its distinctive brass-yellow metallic appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt occurs in a wide range of geological settings and frequently forms alongside other sulphide minerals, including galena.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of these minerals produces a beautiful contrast between cool silver-grey and warm golden metallic tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMine History \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreystone Quarry\u003c\/strong\u003e is situated near Lezant in eastern Cornwall, an area associated with Cornwall's varied geological formations and historic mineral extraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCornwall has a long history of mining and quarrying, with its mineral wealth playing an important role in the region's industrial development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough Cornwall is particularly renowned for tin and copper mining, its geological environments also contain numerous other minerals, including lead and iron sulphides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis specimen is supplied with Greystone Quarry provenance, connecting it to Cornwall's wider mineralogical heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLocality attribution is based on the supplied specimen information. The individual extraction date and historical collection details have not been independently verified.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIntention \u0026amp; Chakras\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn traditional crystal practices, galena is associated with grounding, stability and personal reflection, while pyrite is associated with confidence, protection and motivation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGalena:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grounding, stability and balance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePyrite:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confidence, protection and determination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAssociated Chakra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Root Chakra and Solar Plexus Chakra.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese associations are spiritual traditions rather than scientifically established properties.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eShape Symbolism\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a natural, unpolished mineral specimen, this piece retains its irregular geological structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRaw minerals are traditionally associated with authenticity, connection to the Earth and appreciation of nature in its original form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecimen Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinerals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Galena and Pyrite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChemical Formulas:\u003c\/strong\u003e PbS and FeS₂\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Greystone Quarry, Lezant, Cornwall, England\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural mineral specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metallic silver-grey, brassy gold and white\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 63.6mm × 45.7mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural, unpolished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e One individual specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou will receive the exact specimen photographed.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare \u0026amp; Safety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGalena contains lead. This specimen is intended for display and collection purposes only. Avoid creating dust, wash hands after handling and keep away from children and pets. Do not place in drinking water, crystal elixirs or aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSources \u0026amp; References\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mindat.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eMindat.org\u003c\/a\u003e – Mineralogical reference database for galena, pyrite and mineral localities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bgs.ac.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eBritish Geological Survey\u003c\/a\u003e – Geological information and resources covering Cornwall and British mineral deposits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cornwallheritagetrust.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eCornwall Heritage Trust\u003c\/a\u003e – Background information on Cornwall's historic landscape and industrial heritage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"Harpo's Angels","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59294339563855,"sku":null,"price":18.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1028\/1238\/5615\/files\/download_0175714f-fe02-4f78-8070-5fb3fad3c2e0.png?v=1793191929","url":"https:\/\/harposangels.co.uk\/products\/galena-pyrite-on-matrix-greystone-quarry-cornwall","provider":"Harpo's Angels","version":"1.0","type":"link"}