{"product_id":"galena-specimen-2a-from-bulgaria","title":"Galena Specimen 2A from Bulgaria","description":"\u003cp\u003e*** All information about the metaphysical properties of the listings on this site is for reference only and is to be understood in this context. It is based on research of opinions and beliefs from different cultures today and throughout history and my own personal beliefs.The information is not to be taken as a replacement for a medical examination, diagnosis, or treatment. For medical advice, please consult a healthcare professional. ***\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis specimen weighs 32g and measures 2.5cm x 2cm x 1.5cm,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMadan ore field is situated in the southwest part of the Central Rhodope Dome, Smoylan Province, Bulgaria and contains 39 Lead\/Zinc deposits that have been or currently are being mined. Known since ancient times, exploited in the Middle Ages and extensively mined during the last 50 years, producing over 95 Mt ores (∼2.5 Mt Pb, ∼2 Mt Zn; 2.54% Pb, 2.10% Zn) in more than 40 underground mines. The larger deposits are related to six fault zones with lengths up to 15 km and more. The main minerals of all deposits are Quartz, Galena and Sphalerite, with additional Johannsonite becoming important in the peripheral parts of the replacement orebodies. In decreasing order of abundance, additional materials found are Pyrite, Chalcopyrite, Calcite, Rhodochrosite, Dolomite and Rhodenite. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGalena:-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGalena was named by Pliny the Elder in 77-79 from the Greek word “galene” which means lead ore. It has been mined for its lead and silver content since 3000 BC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGalena is one of the most abundant and widely distributed sulphide minerals. It crystallizes in the cubic crystal system often showing octahedral forms. It is often associated with the minerals sphalerite, calcite and fluorite. Galena is the main ore of lead, used since ancient times. Because of its somewhat low melting point it was easy to liberate by smelting. It typically forms in low-temperature sedimentary deposits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn some deposits the galena contains about 1–2% silver, a byproduct that far outweighs the main lead ore in revenue. In these deposits significant amounts of silver occur as included silver self-identifying mineral phases or as limited silver in solid solution within the galena structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the oldest reported uses of galena was in the eye cosmetic kohl. In Ancient Egypt, this was applied around the eyes to reduce the glare of the desert sun and to repel flies, which were a potential source of disease. Galena is also the primary ore of lead, and is often mined for its silver content, such as at the Galena Mine in northern Idaho.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGalena \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eis a stone of harmony and self transformation and is effective when embarking on a personal spiritual journey.  Galena is a powerful grounding stone. Its energy lends the courage to face and embrace the deepest and most feared regions of ones own soul. Galena can lend a sense of strength, courage and the ability to face difficult tasks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eGalena may assist you in reclaiming your power and encourages tolerance, peace and the healing of spirit. Galena brings healing, calmness, efficiency, receptivity, communication and insight. Galena has been traditionally used as an aid for shamanic journeys and in magical practises as a stone of protection and power. It allows one to maintain connection with the Divine, even while in the darkest places. Galenas energy helps to counter radiation, electromagnetic pollution and other forms of environmental energy. It is an excellent stone to use when spending long hours on the computer. Galena grounds and centres our energies and allows the pathway between the physical and etheric bodies to align. It is a stone of harmony, stimulating interaction on all levels and assists us in the decrease of self-limiting ideas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NaturesgiftsByChris","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49616703422741,"sku":null,"price":10.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0870\/2453\/3781\/files\/f0b46b84-il_fullxfull.7248515714_c5nb.jpg?v=1765592543","url":"https:\/\/naturesgiftsbychris.com\/products\/galena-specimen-2a-from-bulgaria","provider":"NaturesgiftsByChris","version":"1.0","type":"link"}