Lead is a dense, soft metal with a silvery-blue color that tarnishes to a dull gray when exposed to air. It has a relatively low melting point and is resistant to corrosion and most acids. Because it is abundant and fairly easy to extract and shape, lead has been widely mined and used for thousands of years.
Physical Properties
- Melting Point: 621.5°F (327.5C)
- Density: 94.77 lb/gal (11.35 g/cc)
- Non-magnetic
Common Uses
- Weights
- Pipe joints/seals
- Paint pigment
- Roofing
- Cosmetics
- Lead glass/Stained glass
Lead is also an ingredient in some metal alloys, most notably
Pewter and
Solder.
Value
Lead is commonly available in most trade centers and it's value is relatively stable and consistent at
100:1 Silver (x 0.01).
Item |
Value |
Weight |
Notes |
Lead, Ounce |
0.5 |
.0625 lb |
0.153 cubic inches |
Lead Ingot |
8 |
1 lb |
2.44 cubic inches |
Lead Bar |
200 |
25 lb |
12 x 3 x 1.7 inches |
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