Large Peruvian Pyrite Cluster | Peru points It is a variety of

It is a variety of chalcedony (itself a variety of quartz) with embedded fibers of amphibole minerals in varying degrees of alteration

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demonstrate that these cats once occurred even in subpolar climates

They are particularly worn for astrological reasons and for jewelery purposes as they are quite stunning

Large Peruvian Pyrite Cluster | Peru points It is a variety ofThis is beautiful cluster of gleaming pyrite crystals. It comes from the Huanzala Mine in Peru and the entire specimen measures approximately 3. 25" across x 2" tall selfstanding. The mineral pyrite or iron pyrite is commonly referred to as Fool's Gold because its metallic luster and pale brass yellow hue give it a superficial resemblance to gold. In the old mining days, pyrite was sometimes mistaken for gold. Pyrite is the most common of the sulfide