Amazing Pyrite crystals on Quartz matrix from Cavnic Mine, Cavnic, Maramureș County, Romania. A striking specimen from the historic Cavnic Mine featuring amazing pyrite crystals perched on a brilliant matrix of quartz. Lustrous golden pyrite displays sharp forms, beautifully contrasted with radiant, glassy quartz. The dynamic arrangement highlights the classic mineral association for which Cavnic is famous. Highly prized by collectors, this piece exemplifies Cavnic’s reputation for vivid crystal combinations and aesthetic displays. It offers not only visual brilliance but also represents the locality’s rich mining heritage and mineralogical diversity—making it a perfect showcase piece for any serious collection.​ The Cavnic Mine in Maramureș County, Romania has not been operating since 2008, when all mines in the area were closed, the adits were sealed, and external infrastructure was demolished or is in the process of demolition.