Galena look-alikes
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Open the appSeveral rocks and minerals can be confused with Galena. Below are documented look-alikes and the features that tell them apart. Never rely on a single feature. Always check multiple properties.
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Argentite
Acanthite (Ag2S) at room temperature, Argentite (Ag2S) above 173°C
Also known as: Silver glance
Sphalerite
Sphalerite ((Zn,Fe)S)
Also known as: Zinc blende
Pyrite
Pyrite (FeS2)
Also known as: Fool's gold
Stibnite
Stibnite (Sb2S3)
Also known as: Antimony glance
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