Iridescent Pyrite | Las Minas, Veracruz, Mexico | CaF2 | Iridescent Pyrite Specimen

These gorgeous specimens form radial crystal habits of this hyper reflective iron sulfide mineral. It can sometimes appear iridescent giving it a “rainbow” appearance.
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Many know by the name “fools gold” – pyrite is often associated with actual gold, with the two minerals often forming together – some deposits containing enough to warrant gold mining.
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Metaphysically, pyrite is helpful for grounding, protection, prosperity and self-reflection.