A majestic pyrite sculpture shaped like a pyramid, composed of perfectly striated cubic crystals that reflect light like ancient gold mirrors.
The base is anchored in a dense matrix of microcrystals with natural reddish inclusions, adding vivid textural contrast.
This specimen hails from the legendary Huanzalá Mine, Áncash – Peru, world-renowned for its museum-grade metallic crystals.
Mineral composition: Pyrite (FeS₂) – striated cubic crystals
Origin: Huanzalá Mine, Huallanca District, Áncash Region – Peru
Weight: 2500 lb (approx. 1,134 kg)
Dimensions: 5 × 4 × 2.5 in (12.7 × 10.2 × 6.4 cm)
Condition: Excellent – no damage or restoration
Availability: One-of-a-kind specimen
A majestic pyrite sculpture shaped like a pyramid, composed of perfectly striated cubic crystals that reflect light like ancient gold mirrors.
The base is anchored in a dense matrix of microcrystals with natural reddish inclusions, adding vivid textural contrast.
This specimen hails from the legendary Huanzalá Mine, Áncash – Peru, world-renowned for its museum-grade metallic crystals.
Mineral composition: Pyrite (FeS₂) – striated cubic crystals
Origin: Huanzalá Mine, Huallanca District, Áncash Region – Peru
Weight: 2500 lb (approx. 1,134 kg)
Dimensions: 5 × 4 × 2.5 in (12.7 × 10.2 × 6.4 cm)
Condition: Excellent – no damage or restoration
Availability: One-of-a-kind specimen
