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Lot # 71 - Pyrite
| Opening Bid : | $ 5.00 |
| Pickup Instructions: | |
| Start Date/Time: | 02-Mar-2026 7:00:00 AM |
| End Date/Time: | 09-Mar-2026 8:10:00 PM |
| Current bid: |
$6.00 |
| Highest bidder: | MrWhiskeysaurus |
Auction has ended |
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Description :
Pyrite is an iron sulfide mineral(FeS₂) and one of the most common metallic minerals on Earth. Its brassy color and bright reflectivity are what earned it the nickname. Metallic lusterthat catches light from every angle Sparkling, granular texturerather than large cubes Brassy gold color, though sometimes with subtle silvery tones Massive form, meaning it grew in a dense cluster rather than distinct crystals Pyrite can form perfect cubes, octahedra, or pyritohedra, but it also appears in these glittering, compact masses—especially in sedimentary and metamorphic environments. Pyrite develops in: Hydrothermal veins Sedimentary layers rich in organic material Metamorphic rocks Coal seams and shale beds It often grows where sulfur and iron are abundant and oxygen is limited. The shine is irresistible It’s durable and displays well It forms an incredible variety of shapes It’s a classic teaching mineral for identifying metallic luster and sulfides Disclaimer: All gemstone and mineral descriptions are provided to the best of our ability based on visual assessment and available information. None of the stones in this auction have been GIA‑certified or professionally graded. The winning bidder is welcome to have any stone independently certified, graded, or appraised at their own expense. All items are sold as‑is.What Pyrite Is
What Stands Out in Your Specimen
How It Forms
Why People Collect It
Dimensions : 2-3 in L
Auction History
Highest bidder is MrWhiskeysaurus
| Date | Bid | User |
|---|---|---|
| 09-Mar-2026 7:56:57 PM | $6.00 | MrWhiskeysaurus |
| 09-Mar-2026 2:29:56 PM | $5.00 | RLFox |
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