Pyrite (rare locale)

Nchwaning Mines, Kalahari manganese fields, South Africa
Miniature, 4.6 x 4.4 x 2.3 cm
Start Time: 12/05/2013 6:45:00 pm (CST)
End Time: 12/17/2013 6:00:00 pm (CST)
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Item Description

Flashy cluster of Pyrite cubes on a dusty-rose colored matrix - rare for the Kalahari fields! The Pyrite cubes are well-formed, intergrown, and have a rich, textured metallic luster. Some of the luster is actually a bit iridescent, which add hints of color to the bright luster. The largest of the cubes is about 5.5 mm on edge, but they are so intergrown that individuality gives way to the collective appearance, which is highly lustrous and well balanced across the specimen. The aesthetics are outstanding. Better in person.

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