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Galena, Earl Ferrers Mine, Staunton Harold, Leicestershire, England
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Galena, Earl Ferrers Mine, Staunton Harold, Leicestershire, England
Reticulated mass of grey galena on top of octahedral crystals of galena with colourless calcite and brassy yellow chalcopyrite, on pink baryte. This specimen is a fine example from the Earl Ferrers Mines in Staunton Harold. Collector Philip Rashleigh wrote in his mineral catalogue: 167 Crystallised Lead Ore upon Solid Lead Ore and Calcareous Stone of a Redish Colour full of small grains of Copper Pyrites. This comes from Ld. Ferriss Mine, a Lime Work in Leicestershire r.r.r.. Galena is the primary ore mineral of lead. Rashleigh Collection
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TRURI : 1903.1.518
Media ID 18814454
© RIC, photographer Roy Starkey
Black Brown Colourless English Galenite Geology Glance Grey Lead Metal Metallic Midlands Mine Mineral Mining Pink Specimen Sulfide Sulphide Yellow Ferrers
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This print showcases a remarkable geological specimen from Galena, Earl Ferrers Mine in Staunton Harold, Leicestershire, England. The image captures the intricate beauty of a reticulated mass of grey galena resting on top of octahedral crystals of galena. Adding to its allure are delicate calcite formations in colorless hues and brassy yellow chalcopyrite accents, all set against a backdrop of pink baryte. This particular specimen is hailed as an exceptional example from the renowned Earl Ferrers Mines. It holds historical significance as noted by collector Philip Rashleigh in his mineral catalogue, where he described it as "167 Crystallised Lead Ore upon Solid Lead Ore and Calcareous Stone of a Redish Colour full of small grains of Copper Pyrites". Originating from Ld. Ferriss Mine, which was once a Lime Work in Leicestershire r. r. r. , this piece offers insight into the rich mining heritage found within the English Midlands. Galena takes center stage here as the primary ore mineral for lead extraction. Its metallic luster and distinctive grey hue make it easily recognizable among other minerals. This extraordinary photograph not only celebrates the natural wonders hidden beneath our Earth's surface but also pays homage to Lord Ferrers' legacy and his contribution to mining history.
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