Chemical Formul: FeS2
Composition: Iron sulfide, sometimes containing small amounts of cobalt, nickel, silver, and gold
Color: Yellowish gray to gray. Some specimens oxidize and form a yellow-brown or iridescent film on exposed crystal faces.
Streak: Black with a slightly green tinge
Hardness: 6 - 6.5
Crystal System: Isometric
Transparency: Opaque
Specific Gravity: 4.9 - 5.2
Luster: Metallic
Cleavage: None
Fracture: Conchoidal
Tenacity: Brittle
Other ID Marks: Some specimens develop a yellow-brown film on crystal faces.
In Group: Sulfides; Simple Sulfides
Iron Pyrite is one of the most common sulfide minerals in the world. It is commonly referred to as 'Fools Gold'.
The name is derived from the Greek word 'pyros', meaning fire. Pyrite can create sparks when its truck against stone or metal.
Metaphysical Properties & Mythology
Pyrite possesses a defending quality and shields from negative energies. It is a unique protector, especially on the physical level - for those who do dangerous work. Keeps away all forms of negativity. It is said to assist one in seeing behind the facades, stimulates intellect and enhances memory.
Astrological Sign: Leo
Composition: Iron sulfide, sometimes containing small amounts of cobalt, nickel, silver, and gold
Color: Yellowish gray to gray. Some specimens oxidize and form a yellow-brown or iridescent film on exposed crystal faces.
Streak: Black with a slightly green tinge
Hardness: 6 - 6.5
Crystal System: Isometric
Transparency: Opaque
Specific Gravity: 4.9 - 5.2
Luster: Metallic
Cleavage: None
Fracture: Conchoidal
Tenacity: Brittle
Other ID Marks: Some specimens develop a yellow-brown film on crystal faces.
In Group: Sulfides; Simple Sulfides
Iron Pyrite is one of the most common sulfide minerals in the world. It is commonly referred to as 'Fools Gold'.
The name is derived from the Greek word 'pyros', meaning fire. Pyrite can create sparks when its truck against stone or metal.
Metaphysical Properties & Mythology
Pyrite possesses a defending quality and shields from negative energies. It is a unique protector, especially on the physical level - for those who do dangerous work. Keeps away all forms of negativity. It is said to assist one in seeing behind the facades, stimulates intellect and enhances memory.
Astrological Sign: Leo