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Cubic Pyrite
The mineral pyrite or iron pyrite, also known as fool's gold, is an iron sulfide with the chemical formula FeS2 (iron (II) disulfide). Pyrite is the most abundant sulfide mineral.
The name pyrite is derived from the Greek (pyritēs lithos), "stone or mineral which strikes fire",in turn from (pyr), "fire". In ancient Roman times, this name was applied to several types of stone that would create sparks when struck against steel; Pliny the Elder described one of them as being brassy, almost certainly a reference to what we now call pyrite.
- Country of Origin: Spain.
- Dimensions: from 8mm x 8mm (may vary)
- Weight: 20g (may vary)
- Price are per/cube.
Pyrite is porous so keep away from liquids and handle less frequently than your other crystals to ensure the surfaces of your crystals stay lustrous and they cannot be cleaned. An environment with moisture in the air may cause your pyrite to rust, keep dry and away from water.