Pyrite. Racracancha Mine, Tinyahuarco District, Pasco Province, Pasco, Peru. 21.3 x 18.1 x 7.7 cm (8.39 x 7.13 x 3.03 in). ...

Description

Pyrite
Racracancha Mine, Tinyahuarco District, Pasco Province, Pasco, Peru
21.3 x 18.1 x 7.7 cm (8.39 x 7.13 x 3.03 in)

This impressive cabinet specimen is fully composed of sharply formed Pyrite cubes, the largest of which are strewn across the top view, reaching up to 4.9 centimeters across. Each cube has an intense brassy yellow coloration and intense mirror luster, enhanced by deep, parallel striations. Although composed of much smaller crystals (in comparison to those on top view) the underside sparkles with equally bright luster and offers fine detail work upon closer inspection. This piece is in excellent condition.

Ex. George R. Witters collection.

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