Pyrite with Quartz & Covellite — Fengjiashan Mine, China (632g)
Pyrite with Quartz & Covellite — Fengjiashan Mine, China (632g)
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A power-pairing of crystalline architecture and metallic brilliance. This substantial 632g cluster from the Fengjiashan Mine in Hubei, China, showcases a masterful intersection of brassy, cubic Pyrite and needle-sharp clear Quartz. We curated this piece specifically for its rare mineralogical nuances; tucked amongst the shimmering pyrite and quartz are accents of Covellite, a secondary copper mineral known for its signature indigo-blue iridescence. The result is a specimen that feels both raw and refined, offering a complex landscape of textures that shift from the golden, sub-metallic sheen of 'Fool’s Gold' to the icy transparency of quartz. It is a bold, high-contrast specimen that commands attention in any systematic collection.
SPECIMEN DETAILS
Mineralogy: Pyrite, Quartz, and Covellite
Dimensions: 12.8 x 9.0 x 7.1 cm (5.0 x 3.6 x 2.8 inches)
Weight: 632g (1.4 lbs)
Characteristics: High-luster metallic pyrite cubes; clear quartz points; iridescent blue covellite accents.
Locality: Fengjiashan Mine, Daye Co., Huangshi, Hubei, China
All specimens include a label bearing the mineral name and origin as well as provenance label(s) for the specimen, if any. Stand not included.
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