Pyrite on Agate Ring, size 13
Pyrite on Agate Ring
Size 13. Dark agate from Brazil cut into a ring, with pyrite from Peru that grew on it naturally - both minerals come from the same piece. The pyrite cubes have a metallic, golden sheen and sparkle in spots, while the agate background is matte and greenish-black. The ring is smooth on the underside and inside, angular only where the pyrite sits. Two pieces from the same piece of rock will not have the same crystal distribution.
Product details
- Stone: pyrite, agate - natural, hand-selected
- Stone color: gold-black
- Size: 13
- Setting: pyrite, agate, none
- Stone origin: pyrite - Peru, agate - Brazil
About the stone
This specimen is a natural intergrowth of two minerals: banded agate, a variety of chalcedony, and cubic pyrite crystals that formed on it - pyrite being iron sulfide. This crystallization process occurs successively in cavities within rocks. Due to the irregular distribution of crystals in the structure, each extracted fragment has a unique arrangement of golden points, making this piece one of a kind. Learn more in the article Pyrite - fool's gold on our blog.
Care
Avoid contact between the ring and water to protect the iron-rich pyrite crystals. Use only a dry, soft cloth for cleaning. Store it in a soft pouch or a separate compartment of a jewelry box.
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