r/whatsthisrock • u/daregamer11 • 5h ago

IDENTIFIED Whats this metalic looking rock?

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Found in the Netherlands but unsure if its from here.

It look like it has small layers like something formed from mica but it doesnt peel off, its solid.

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u/PicrolitePicker 4h ago

Galena, Lead sulfide

Fairly stable but avoid potential ingestion as the acids in your stomach make it much more bioavailable.

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u/daregamer11 3h ago

Thanks, how did you recognise it?

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