Mineral · Barite group
Anglesite
PbSO4
Anglesite is lead sulphate, found as heavy, adamantine, often yellow crystals on galena from Touissit (Morocco), Tsumeb and Monteponi (Sardinia). It forms by oxidation of galena and is frequently sold with a galena core. Like cerussite, it is a lead mineral and should be handled accordingly.
| Formula | PbSO4 |
|---|---|
| IMA status | grandfathered |
| Crystal system | Orthorhombic |
| Mohs hardness | 2.5–3 |
| Group | Barite group |
| Type locality | Parys Mountain, Anglesey, Wales |
| Streak | White |
| Specific gravity | 6.3 |
| Reference list | IMA List of Minerals (RRUFF) — verify formula and status against the current list |
Handling and safety
Contains lead; wash hands after handling.
Elsewhere
Cite this article
Stratum Study. "Anglesite" (Mineral). Stratum Study pack 2026.09, as of 2026-09-19. https://stratum.black/study/minerals/anglesite. Accessed 2026-09-20.
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