2.2" Serpentine and Pyrite Sphere with Stand TU599 bissolite A plethora of quartz points

A plethora of quartz points of varying size cover the massive quartz underneath

Locality: Xiefang Mine

The coloration is due to trace elements and impurities present during its formation

Dimensions: 7 x 4 x 10 inches

Calcite with Sphalerite from Elmwood Mine

2.2" Serpentine and Pyrite Sphere with Stand TU599 bissolite A plethora of quartz pointsSerpentine and Pyrite Sphere Approx. Diameter: 2. 2" Approx. Weight: 253 g Includes wood sphere stand From Peru, this beautiful serpentine sphere features bright gold inclusions of pyrite. Often referred to as "Fool's Gold", pyrite, or iron pyrite, is composed of Iron Sulfide. Its name is derived from the Greek word "pyr", or "fire". Pyrite is enjoyed by many because of its lustrous gold sheen, but sometimes appears in a yellow gray or gray color.