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Marcasite

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Alexander Schauss
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Marcasite, 3.0 cm, from Cap Blanc-Nez, Pas-de-Calais, Nord-Pas-de-Calais, France. Photo by Mark Mauthner.

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Species
MarcasiteAbout Marcasite →
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.0 cm
Added on02/13/2026
Locality
France, Hauts-de-France, Cap Blanc-NezRegional guide →
Publications
  • Mineralogical Record Refined Elegance page 154

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Marcasite
Mineral guide
Learn about Marcasite
orthorhombic dimorph of pyrite with cockscomb blade clusters, metallic luster and iridescent tarnish; prized for sculptural form yet requires caref…
Marcasite
Regional guide
Marcasite from Cap Blanc-Nez, France
Cap Blanc-Nez marcasite from France — striking bladed, twinned crystals against chalk, a sought-after locality specimen with careful distinction from pyrite.