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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. 39245
Mineral:Pyrite
Locality:Quiruvilca District, Santiago de Chuco Province, La Libertad Department, Peru
Description:Sculptural formation of interconnected metallic pyrite crystals fully crystallized all around. The largest crystals are pyritohedral form with striated crystal faces. Ex. Steve Chamberlain collection #4037; originally acquired in 1981
Overall Size:4.5x3x3 cm
Crystals:2-15 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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