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

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

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

DESCRIPTION:No. 32567
Mineral:Pyrite on Quartz
Locality:Quiruvilca District, Santiago de Chuco Province, La Libertad Department, Peru
Description:Bright metallic pyrite crystals up to 8 mm on milky quartz crystals up to 3 mm. The pyrite crystals are pyritohedron form and have bright surface luster. Minor edge wear is visible in some areas when viewed under magnification.
Overall Size:5x3x2.5 cm
Crystals:1-8 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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