Pyrite

Item Description

Pyrites from Navajun are one of the most easily recognizeable and abundant display specimens in the world. They are highly attractive, and arguably the finest crystallized representations of the species. This excellent large miniature is highlighted by the well-placed, 1.9 x 1.7 x 1.6 cm, razor-sharp, highly lustrous, metallic pale golden color cube and nicely accented by the smaller cube. The large cube is essentially pristine, with only barely noticeable bruising to two corners. The small cube is pristine. This locality is mined almost exclusively for its pyrite crystals, which are world famous and well known among collectors. Note that in the process of excavation, most such crystals pop out and are thus reattached to the matrix (it is hard to tell on this piece). This is a top quality specimen in this size range for a representative specimen good enough for any collection! It displays well from several orientations. Natural Cubist art. Impressive.