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Pyrite

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Another Gene Meieran specimen, and again, you can see why he had it in his fine collection, even though it is "just" a Peruvian pyrite. A small percentage of them are just SO aesthetic - this one, for example, has these wonderful deep striations on the faces of the crystals (the largest is over 3 cm on edge), and bevels on the crystal edges. There is a ding on the back corner away from the display face, so it does not really matter much. The way the big crystal is nestled amongst the smaller ones - well, I think you can see why I think this is a cut above the quantities of pyrites coming out of Peru. 6.0 x 5.1 x 4.3 cm

Product details

SpeciesPyrite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions6.0 x 5.1 x 4.3 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Pyrite
Mineral guide
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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
Pyrite from Huanzala Mine
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