AllMinerals/JohnBetts-FineMinerals > Online Mineral Museum Photographic Archive > Minerals from Pennsylvania > Pyrite |
![]() |
DESCRIPTION: | No. 28769 |
Mineral: | Pyrite |
Locality: | French Creek Iron Mines, St. Peters, Chester County, Pennsylvania |
Description: | Unusual crystal formation of metallic pyrite without matrix. The pyrite crystals are twisted in saddle-shaped formation that is larger at the ends. Hard to photograph - must be seen in person to be appreciated. Ex. A. Lincoln Sherk II, MD. (1896-1970) |
Overall Size: | 35x25x20 mm |
Crystals: | 5-15 mm |
Archived: | For reference only |
© AllMinerals/JohnBetts-FineMinerals All Rights Reserved
The minerals illustrated on this site are presented for reference purposes only. The owner of this site did not collect the minerals and collectors should not assume access is permitted to the property based on inclusion in this museum. Please contact the property owner to obtain legal permission before entering private property.