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Pyrite from Quiruvilca District, Santiago de Chuco Province, La Libertad Department, Peru

 
Pyrite from Quiruvilca District, Santiago de Chuco Province, La Libertad Department, Peru

DESCRIPTION:No. 21757
Mineral:Pyrite
Locality:Quiruvilca District, Santiago de Chuco Province, La Libertad Department, Peru
Description:Brilliant cluster of cubic pyrite crystals. The crystals all have an interesting etched appearance on the edges - looks like damage, but is completely natural and is present on all crystals no matter how well protected in crevices.
Overall Size:7x5x3 cm
Crystals:3-14 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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