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Marcasite from Rensselaer Quarry, Indiana, USA

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A fine grouping of golden lustrous crystallized marcasite epitaxial over previous crystals of pyrite. The marcasite crystals are twinned and in great condition. This is classic material for this old Indiana locality. An excellent example. The specimen comes with a previous collection data card as shown at the end of the video.

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SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions10.0 x 4.0 x 3.0 cm
Added on02/21/2026

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Unknown Owner
Acquired
Oct 2026

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DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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orthorhombic dimorph of pyrite with cockscomb blade clusters, metallic luster and iridescent tarnish; prized for sculptural form yet requires caref…
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Marcasite from Rensselaer Quarry
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Rensselaer Quarry
Rensselaer Quarry, USA — famed for brassy pyrite and marcasite in oil-stained dolostone, with epitaxial marcasite overgrowths on pyrite.