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Massive Pyrite Mineral Specimen - 4.6 kg (10.2 lbs)

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Massive Pyrite Mineral Specimen - 4.6 kg (10.2 lbs)

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Description

Originally listed at $1800

North America, ca. millions of years old. This is a massive chunk of pyrite! Pyrite is famous for its beautiful shine that closely resembles gold to the untrained prospector- hence the nickname "fool's gold." This asymmetric chunk has areas that are polished and a brilliant brassy yellow-gold luster that is pleasing to behold. Size: 6" L x 5" W x 4" H (15.2 cm x 12.7 cm x 10.2 cm); weight: 4.6 kg (10.2 lb.)

Provenance: private Brevard, North Carolina, USA collection

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Massive Pyrite Mineral Specimen - 4.6 kg (10.2 lbs)

Name: Massive Pyrite Mineral Specimen - 4.6 kg (10.2 lbs)
SKU: 144669701
Price: 500 USD
Availability: InStock

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