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Pyrite from Quiruvilca District, Santiago de Chuco Province, La Libertad Department, Peru

 
Pyrite from Quiruvilca District, Santiago de Chuco Province, La Libertad Department, Peru

Pyrite from Quiruvilca District, Santiago de Chuco Province, La Libertad Department, Peru

DESCRIPTION:No. 28725
Mineral:Pyrite
Locality:Quiruvilca District, Santiago de Chuco Province, La Libertad Department, Peru
Description:Brilliant crystals of metallic pyrite on massive pyrite matrix. The pyrite crystals are pyritohedral form and have mirror-like surfaces. Minor damage to some edges.
Overall Size:7x5x4 cm
Crystals:4-24 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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