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Pyrite from Mina San Jose de Huanzala, Huallanca District, Huanuco, Peru

 
Pyrite from Mina San Jose de Huanzala, Huallanca District, Huanuco, Peru

Pyrite from Mina San Jose de Huanzala, Huallanca District, Huanuco, Peru

DESCRIPTION:No. 42993
Mineral:Pyrite
Locality:Mina San Jose de Huanzala, Huallanca District, Huanuco, Peru
Description:Bright metallic pyrite crystals on one side of massive pyrite matrix. The pyrite crystals are pyritohedral form with slight surface striations. The crystals formed where a small cavity allowed complete development.
Overall Size:6x4.5x4 cm
Crystals:5-15 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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