I received six rocks in my purchase order all as expected, and I will use mineral box again
Hunan Province, China
Pyrite on Dolomite Matrix – Hunan, China
SKU · ne117
$31.82
Free worldwide shipping over $38
The gold on this small Hunan plate is a druse of pyrite crystals barely larger than grains of sugar, spread over rounded cream dolomite. A few bare dolomite crystals push through the brassy coating, giving the piece its texture and contrast. 4.1 × 1.8 × 2.8 cm, 25 g.
or 4 interest-free payments of $7.96 withKlarna
In stock
Free worldwide shipping on orders over $38. Standard import duties covered on eligible shipping routes. Shipping policy
Secure checkout
Authenticity guaranteed
Hand-examined + numbered
Worldwide shipping
Insured tracked delivery
Display-ready
Acrylic base included
14-day return
No-questions return window
Specimen details
| Mineral | Pyrite |
|---|---|
| Locality | Hunan Province, China |
| Crystal system | Isometric |
| Chemical formula | FeS₂ |
| Dimensions | 4.1 cm × 1.8 cm × 2.8 cm |
| Weight | 25 g |
| Color | Metallic |
| Size | Miniature (up to 2 inches / up to 5 cm) |
| Species | Pyrite |
| Condition | No damage on display faces |
Tags
About this specimen
Look closely and the gold here is not a scatter of cubes at all: it is a druse of pyrite crystals barely larger than grains of sugar, spread over a bed of rounded cream-white dolomite. The coating follows every knob and hollow of the carbonate beneath it, so the plate glitters in an olive-brass tone that shifts with the smallest turn, while a handful of bare dolomite crystals push up through the crust like pale pebbles.
Fine pyrite druse of this kind forms late, when cooling sulphide-bearing fluids wash across carbonate that has already crystallised — which is why the pyrite copies the dolomite surface so faithfully. Pyrite is FeS2 at Mohs 6 to 6.5, hard but chemically restless: store it somewhere dry and away from damp cotton wool, since humidity is what starts sulphide decay.
The plate runs 4.1 × 1.8 × 2.8 cm and weighs 25 g, shown resting on a clear acrylic block with white putty. Every photograph in this listing was taken of this one piece.
About Pyrite
Pyrite is a sulfide mineral known for its striking metallic crystals, with several world-class Chinese localities.
About Hunan Province
Hunan Province, China — collector-grade fluorite, stibnite, scheelite, cassiterite.
Frequently asked questions
Will I receive the exact specimen shown?
Yes. Every specimen is a single, one-of-a-kind piece, and the photographs show the exact item you will receive — never a stock photo.
Is this Pyrite natural?
Yes — specimens like this form naturally. As is standard in the trade, some pieces are gently cleaned or trimmed; we photograph the actual specimen and describe its origin and condition conservatively.
How is it packed and shipped?
Orders ship worldwide with fully insured, tracked delivery, carefully packed to protect fragile crystals. A display base is included.
Can I return it?
Yes — there is a 14-day return window.
What collectors say
★★★★★4.97· Verified reviewsEverything was good with my order I will buy from them again in the future
I am very pleased with the rock specimen. It was just like described.
The fluorite is absolutely beautiful! It was packaged very carefully, and the seller communicates quickly. I highly recommend buying minerals from this shop😀
I received the mineral exactly as pictured. It's not an expensive mineral, but it's very beautiful. Thank you for the prompt shipping and excellent service. I highly recommend this shop😉❤️
The mineral I received was exactly as pictured. It's not flashy, but it's a QR code fluorite that I've always wanted, and it's very beautiful. I love it!🥰
fluorita muy hermosa de gran tamaño, vendedora muy atenta siempre en comunicacion, el envio llego antes de la fecha programada, empacado con mucho cuidado, gracias
Very fine Sheelite of high quality and weight. Lovely with rich orange color. Packaged well and beautiful with stand included. Thank you- wonderful seller - great shop!!! Hugely recommended.
Absolutely stunning specimen. Packaged well! Thank you for including a free stand as well it’s much appreciated! Took a little while to ship out but it’s all good!! Thank you so much. I love it!
Beautiful authentic stone. Very fast shipping. Excellent 👍
Lovely piece from a like seller with great communication. Indian quartz, a charming cluster. Very pleased
Reçu très rapidement. Très beaux cristaux.
Clear, in perfect condition, which ia rare by itself, and here also location makes it a real collection best tier item. Thank you 🥹
Another stunning mineral from Maggie. It has a CHARACTER which is not so often to get. I'm in love with every single piece from Maggie and this one is no exception.
It's FENOMENAL. I'm so happy I decided to buy it. Cristals are in perfecf shape, big... I'm speachless. I think it's absolutely one of my best specimens. Thank you!
I'm obsessed with this fluorite. It's like the universe frozen in the box... Amazing. Can't stop looking at it 🥰
I have other wanadynites but this one is my favourite. Cristals itslef are small, but the overall composition is georgous 😍
Beautiful. Secured perfectly, so all these little needles can now feed my eyes 🥰
Perfect! On of my favourites on pink-purple shelf from now on 🥰
Absolutely beautiful. I thought it would be smaller, so nice surprise 😇
Related specimens
Sold
Sold
Sold
Sold
Sale
Sale
Yaogangxian Mine · China
Chalcopyrite and Iron Ore Specimen Set – Yaogangxian
Sold
Pyrite Cluster – Raw Cubic Crystals on Matrix – Spain
Sold
Striated Golden Pyrite with Quartz, Spain
$40.00
Cubic Pyrite Cluster – Mirror Faces – Navajún, La Rioja, Spain
Sold
Cubic Pyrite Cluster – Navajún, La Rioja, Spain
Sold
Daye, Hubei · China
Pyrite Crystal – Druzy Form – Daye Mine, Huangshi, Hubei
$43.20 $48.00
Daye, Hubei · China
Pyrite Crystals on Calcite Matrix, Tonglushan Mine, Daye
$31.50 $35.00
Longyan, Fujian · China
Silver Pyrite with Hematite and Quartz — Longyan, Fujian, China
$30.00
Pyrite on Dolomite Matrix – Hunan, China
$31.82