Pyrite on Manganoan Calcite (fluorescent!)

Item Description

This find was made a few of years back in China, and is absolutely unique: glittery, golden pyrite microcrystals on the edges of huge (to over 9 cm across!) crystals of pink manganoan calcite. Some of the specimens had very sparse coverage of pyrite, just a salting, but here, it is richly carpeting the crystal edges. The largest crystal on this showy piece is 6.0 cm. The blades rhombs in the front are in great shape, with the inobtrusive periphery wear at the base noted. Periphery wear on the top back and back are essentially our of sight. Certainly not a detraction, as you can see. The base has been sawed to enhance the display. This is a fine piece from this find. You do not see many around any more. SUPER orange fluorescence!