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Pyrite On Hematite

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Pyrite On Hematite

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Description
Locality: 
Elba Island, Livorno Province, Tuscany, Italy
Class: 
Crystals on Matrix
Size Range: 
Miniature (4.5-7 cm)
Size: 
5 × 3.5 × 4.3 cm
Weight: 
77.00gr
Description

Nice crystal of typical pyritohedrons pyrite on haematite  matrix from this classic Italian locality. The hematite forms sharp lustrous blades and provides a good contrast to the pyrite. The pyrite crystal is in good condition with some small tips on the edge; the hematite has some edge dings, which is common for this locality.

 

Mineral Data
What's on the rock

Pyrite

Formula: 
FeS2
Strunz: 
2.EB.05a
Crystal System: 
Isometric
Hardness: 
6.0 - 6.5

Hematite

Formula: 
Fe2O3
Strunz: 
4.CB.05
Crystal System: 
Trigonal
Hardness: 
5.0 - 6.0
Piatek Minerals

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