AllMinerals/JohnBetts-FineMinerals > Online Mineral Museum Photographic Archive > Minerals from Peru > Pyrite |
DESCRIPTION: | No. 24797 |
Mineral: | Pyrite |
Locality: | Quiruvilca District, Santiago de Chuco Province, La Libertad Department, Peru |
Description: | Brilliant crystals of metallic pyrite on massive pyrite matrix. The pyrite crystals are octahedral form and have mirror-like surfaces. Minor damage to some edges. Ex. L. Russianoff collection |
Overall Size: | 5.5x4x3.5 cm |
Crystals: | 5-14 mm |
Archived: | For reference only |
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