Pyrite after Pyrrhotite with Calcite
specimen number:
1645645
location:
Santa Eulalia, Mexico
description: Sharply formed bladed pseudo-hexagonal crystals of pyrrhotite to 1.5 cm across, these now replaced by sparkling micro pyrite crystals, over the top of a 7.5 x 5.5 x 3.0 cm matrix with colorless crystallized calcite. Displays very nicely. Extremely tiny and minor micro-chipping present, I think this in very good condition. Shipping weight: 0.44 pounds.
Size: 7.5 x 5.5 x 3.0 cm (small-cabinet)
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