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Pyrite - superb octahedrons 
Back to WEEKLY MIXED MINERAL LIQUIDATION AUCTIONS - End June 24
Huanzala Mine, Huanuco Dept., Peru
- Starting Time:6/14/2010 06:30:00 PM(CDT)
- Ending Time:6/24/2010 06:32:08 PM(CDT)
Time Left:Auction Is Closed
- Size:4.8 x 4.2 x 3.2 cm
- Size Description:Miniature
Description:The Huanzala Mine of Peru has arguably produced the world's finest pyrites and this aesthetic specimen is an excellent example. Mirror-bright, brassy, intergrown, pyrite octahedrons cover the sculptural specimen. The largest crystal is 1.8 cm The textbook form and intense lustre are top notch. Nearly pristine, trivial scattered edgewear is noted, but is certainly not a detraction. Classic Huanzala material with several excellent display views! Specimens of this quality came out in the 1970s and 80s. MUCH BETTER IN PERSON!! The photos capture the lustre and crystal sharpness, but not the intense brassy color. valued $400-500
