Pyrite on Quartz

Item Description

A cool and dramatic large cabinet association display specimen of this classic material from high in the Peruvian Andes. A superb quality, very sharp, highly lustrous / splendent, metallic golden colored modified striated cube (with octahedral and dodecahedral faces) that is beautifully perched atop a "porcupine"-shaped group of sharp, lustrous, gemmy to WATER CLEAR colorless crystals of Quartz. The Pyrite measures 2.6 cm and there is no damage as far as I can see with the naked eye. There are a few smaller crystals of Pyrite on the specimen along with what appear to be blocky striated Ferberite / Hubnerite crystals (though it's not reported from this area). Great quality all around, with the only real damage on the base where it detached from the pocket wall, though a few small contacts can be seen on the display side. Very attractive and eye-catching especially for a common association. These specimens are some of the most iconic sulfides in the world and should be appreciated at much. Priced in the inventory at $1600. PLEASE NOTE: This piece is big and heavy and will require an additional shipping charge, so please keep this in mind when bidding