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3.7" Pyrite and Marcasite Crystal Association - Morocco
This is an association of pyrite and marcasite crystals, collected from the Bou Nahas Mine (Bou N'hass Mine) in the Oumjrane area of Morocco. The pyrite formed as more of a solid mass, while the individual marcasite crystals are sharp and easily visible. There are also small associations of chalcopyrite, though they can only be found in locations where breakage allows for presentation of the underlying mineralizations.
About Pyrite
The mineral pyrite, also known as iron pyrite, is commonly referred to as Fool's Gold because its metallic luster and pale brass-yellow hue give it a superficial resemblance to gold. In the old mining days, pyrite was sometimes mistaken for gold.
It is the most common of the sulfide minerals with the chemical formula FeS2. Pyrite crystals occur in many shapes and habits, including cubes of all sizes, penetration twin cubes, pyritohedral clusters and as small druzy crystals that can exhibit a beautiful glistening effect.
The mineral pyrite, also known as iron pyrite, is commonly referred to as Fool's Gold because its metallic luster and pale brass-yellow hue give it a superficial resemblance to gold. In the old mining days, pyrite was sometimes mistaken for gold.
It is the most common of the sulfide minerals with the chemical formula FeS2. Pyrite crystals occur in many shapes and habits, including cubes of all sizes, penetration twin cubes, pyritohedral clusters and as small druzy crystals that can exhibit a beautiful glistening effect.
SPECIES
Pyrite & Marcasite
LOCATION
Bou Nahas Mine, Oumjrane area, Morocco
SIZE
3.7" wide
CATEGORY
ITEM
#107923
