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Pyrite
- Nchwaning Mine, Kalahari mangenese fields, Northern Cape Province, South Africa
- Thumbnail, 1.6 x 1.2 x 1.1 cm
- Start Time: 07/10/2012 5:30:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 07/24/2012 5:45:00 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
Pyrite often does not survive alteration in many environments, and the mines of the Kalahari are no different. It is very rare from this mine. That makes this beautiful Pyrite thumbnail quite exceptional. The cluster, which includes two 7mm intergrown cubes, has superb luster, form, and aesthetics. While not worth a fortune perhaps, it is actually quite a rarity for any collector of minerals from this fantastic location.