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Pyrite on Hematite

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A magnificent and very substantial example of the fabulous Pyrite specimens from one of the many famous and long-closed iron mines of Elba. This piece features an interconnecting group of immense pyritohedral Pyrite crystals (up to a staggering 8.3 centimeters) atop a hefty matrix of tightly interweaving Hematite blades. The Pyrite crystals are complete all around with a strong metallic to mirror luster and rich brassy-yellow color, the latter of which stands out exceptionally well against the Hematite. Despite its darker color, the Hematite has a strong luster that gives it an incredibly bright presentation. This piece comes with a custom acrylic base.

Product details

Species
Hematite, PyriteAbout Hematite →
SizeLarge Cabinet
Dimensions13.5 x 21.0 x 11.0 cm
Added on06/14/2025
Locality
Italy, Tuscany, Rio MarinaRegional guide →

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
03/2025Unknown Owner$10,312.50
purchased from Heritage Auctions (Dan Kennedy's collection)
—Dan KennedNot disclosed

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Hematite
Mineral guide
Learn about Hematite
iron oxide with steel-gray to jet-black crystals and red earthy varieties; prized iron-rose rosettes and kidney ore, with a diagnostic red streak.
Hematite
Regional guide
Hematite from Rio Marina, Elba Island, Italy
Rio Marina hematite, Elba Island — renowned for mirror-bright crystals (tabular, rhombohedral), iridescent varieties, and classic quartz–pyrite associations.