Pyrite Crystal - Height: 21 cm - Width: 10 cm- 2752 g - (1)
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Impressive pyrite crystal specimen from Spain, weighing 2,752 g with dimensions about 21 × 10 × 10 cm, natural with oxidation traces and small fractures, suitable for mineral collections or a cabinet of curiosities.
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Impressive pyrite mineral specimen, from Spain and from a private collection.
The piece features substantial metallic mineralization in brass-yellow hues, with numerous crystallized zones spread across the entire matrix. Several crystals display clearly visible geometric faces, while other parts offer a more massive and irregular structure.
With a remarkable weight of 2.752 kg and a length of 21 cm, this is a particularly imposing specimen, offering a striking presence in a display case and suitable for both a mineral collection and a cabinet of curiosities.
Traces of oxidation, irregularities, small fractures and natural alterations are visible. They are part of the specimen's condition and are shown in the photographs.
Provenance: Spain – private collection.
The precise mining locality is not known.
Characteristics
Primary mineral: Pyrite
Formula: FeS₂
Provenance: Spain
Dimensions: approximately 21 × 10 × 10 cm
Weight: 2,752 g
Appearance: massive and crystallized, metallic luster
Condition: natural, with traces of alteration and small fractures visible
Era
Natural specimen – collection period unknown.
Impressive pyrite mineral specimen, from Spain and from a private collection.
The piece features substantial metallic mineralization in brass-yellow hues, with numerous crystallized zones spread across the entire matrix. Several crystals display clearly visible geometric faces, while other parts offer a more massive and irregular structure.
With a remarkable weight of 2.752 kg and a length of 21 cm, this is a particularly imposing specimen, offering a striking presence in a display case and suitable for both a mineral collection and a cabinet of curiosities.
Traces of oxidation, irregularities, small fractures and natural alterations are visible. They are part of the specimen's condition and are shown in the photographs.
Provenance: Spain – private collection.
The precise mining locality is not known.
Characteristics
Primary mineral: Pyrite
Formula: FeS₂
Provenance: Spain
Dimensions: approximately 21 × 10 × 10 cm
Weight: 2,752 g
Appearance: massive and crystallized, metallic luster
Condition: natural, with traces of alteration and small fractures visible
Era
Natural specimen – collection period unknown.
Details
Number of objects
1
Main mineral
Pyrite
Mineral form
Crystal
Weight
2752 g
Country of origin
Spain
Height
21 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
10 cm
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