Pyrite
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FIRSTLY, THIS IS MUCH BETTER In PERSON! Check out the fabulous 4.5-cm octahedron that crowns this dazzling specimen! The luster in person is a much brighter gold; just hard to capture in pics. The big octo sits on a natural base of smaller crystals. Out of all of them, only one minor crystal has a small (natural) contact where it grew against another crystal, and all is otherwise pristine. Peruvian pyrites are common, but NOT of this quality! In person, it is even better. This is, for the size, one of the finest pyrites I have ever handled. Compared to other minerals, a world class pyrite simnply doesn't cost a fortune, but that does not make it any less "world class" because of the fact that they are reasonably priced as a species. 6.5 x 6 x 5.5 cm
Product details
SpeciesPyrite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions6.5 x 6.0 x 5.5 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityPeru, Ancash, Huanzala 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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