Pyrite
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A LARGE, lustrous, nicely striated, brassy pyrite cube from the famous Bingham Canyon open pit copper mine of Utah. Bingham Canyon was not known as a fine specimen producer, so a piece of this sized and quality is EXCEPTIONAL, despite the admittedly worn/damaged/ rough edges. The old label says that this piece was acquired from well-known US collector, Leo Nedlin, in 1940! Classic, old-time and hard to obtain material from the George Elling Collection.
Product details
SpeciesPyrite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions6.5 x 5.7 x 3.8 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityBingham Canyon Mine
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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brilliant metallic luster, perfect cubes, and golden color; collectors prize affordable pieces to top specimens, with Navajún and Huanzala localities.Regional guide
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