#pyrite
Mineral Monday
Pyrite FeS2
Classification: Sulfide
Name Derivation: Greek word ‘pyritēs’ meaning “of fire.”
Properties: Cubic, 6-6.5 hardness, greenish-black streak
My niece (she is three) gave me these for Christmas! She knows I like Cool Rocks and she wanted to get me some. Her parents took her shopping and she picked them out herself.
A sparkly pyrite heart and a colorful piece of bismuth! What excellent taste! A truly superb addition to my collection!
❤❤ My pyrite heart beats for you ❤❤
If you just fell in love with this beautiful pyrite heart, come to our crystal shop in Madrid, Spain! C/Bretón de los Herreros 22 (metro L1 Ríos Rosas/L7 Alonso Cano).
Mon-Fri 10:30-14:30, 17:00-20:30. Sat 10:30-14:30. Closed for holidays 12-24 August.
Pyrites are great, but it’s even more fun when they come with toppings! This pyrite with rhodochrosite sprinkles comes from Bolivia, and it is available at GEO ROOM mineral shop in Madrid, Spain C/Bretón de los Herreros 22 (metro L1 Ríos Rosas/L7 Alonso Cano).