Locality: Navajun, Spain
Loose cubes and pieces of cubes. Bulk packed. (Not wrapped individually)
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Color: Pyrite typically has a metallic luster and appears brassy yellow in color. However, it can also exhibit shades of gold, bronze, or even silvery-white.
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Hardness: Pyrite has a hardness of about 6 to 6.5 on the Mohs scale. This means it's relatively hard and can scratch glass, but it can also be scratched by harder minerals like quartz.
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Clarity: Pyrite usually occurs as cubic crystals or as irregular masses. Its clarity can vary from transparent to opaque, but it often appears opaque due to its metallic nature.
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Luster: Pyrite has a metallic luster, meaning it reflects light in a way that is similar to metals. This is one of the characteristics that often leads to its confusion with gold.
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Density: Pyrite has a relatively high density, with values typically ranging from 4.9 to 5.2 g/cm³. This density can vary depending on the specific composition and crystalline structure of the sample.
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Metaphysical Properties: Pyrite is often associated with protection from negative energy and shielding against harm. It's believed to enhance confidence, willpower, and assertiveness, helping individuals overcome obstacles.
Photos have not been edited or altered, just taken in different daylight conditions to show the variation in color. Pieces are held in hand to help with scale and does not necessarily represent 1 pound. Specific pieces photographed may no longer be available.