Very high quality Gemstone Rough ordered in 5 Pound lots.
These gemstones are the perfect size (1" - 3") for all your lapidary needs including jewelry making, rock tumbling, polishing, rock collecting and crystal healing! All stones are free of debris and hand picked by us, so you can be assured you will receive the highest quality available.
Pyrite is known for its interesting and unique crystal formations, which can vary in shape and size. These formations make pyrite rough an exciting, unique, and intriguing mineral to study and admire.
Pyrite is a mineral composed of iron and sulfur, and it is commonly known as "fool's gold" due to its metallic luster and brassy yellow color, which often resembles gold. Pyrite is found in various geological settings, including sedimentary rocks, hydrothermal veins, and coal beds. It is often found alongside other minerals such as quartz, calcite, and pyrrhotite.
Pyrite's metallic luster and unique crystal formations make it a popular choice for use in jewelry and as a decorative stone.
Moreover, pyrite has a fascinating geological history, having formed through various natural processes over millions of years, making it an important mineral for scientific research and understanding of the Earth's history.