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Pyrite in matrix from Mina Ampliación a Victoria, Navajún, La Rioja, Spain

 
Pyrite in matrix from Mina Ampliación a Victoria, Navajún, La Rioja, Spain

Pyrite in matrix from Mina Ampliación a Victoria, Navajún, La Rioja, Spain

Pyrite in matrix from Mina Ampliación a Victoria, Navajún, La Rioja, Spain

Pyrite in matrix from Mina Ampliación a Victoria, Navajún, La Rioja, Spain

DESCRIPTION:No. 82393
Mineral:Pyrite in matrix
Locality:Mina Ampliación a Victoria, Navajún, La Rioja, Spain
Description:Perfect cubic crystal of yellow-metallic pyrite in tan matrix. The pyrite crystal has sharp edges and smooth faces. Beginners frequently ask how these are made and are amazed that they crystallize perfectly in the clay-rich matrix. Ex. Miller collection T1742; acquired from E. Greene in 2012
Overall Size:26x22x22 mm
Crystals:10 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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