{"product_id":"pyrite-crystal-from-spruce-ridge-washington-etched-natural-mineral-specimen-96-2g","title":"Pyrite Crystal from Spruce Ridge, Washington – Etched Natural Mineral Specimen, 96.2g","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis natural \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePyrite crystal specimen from Spruce Ridge, Washington\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e features distinctive facial etchings and a strong geometric form. Weighing 96.2 grams and measuring 43 × 49 × 29 mm, it is a striking addition to a mineral collection or display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe etched crystal faces give this specimen added texture and character, highlighting the natural growth patterns that make Pyrite specimens from notable localities especially appealing to collectors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMineral Properties\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMineral:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pyrite\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChemical Composition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Iron sulfide, FeS₂\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrystal System:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cubic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMohs Hardness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 6–6.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLuster:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Metallic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Brass-yellow to golden\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocality:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Spruce Ridge, Washington, USA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 96.2 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 43 × 49 × 29 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Natural facial etchings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePyrite is an iron sulfide mineral known for its metallic luster, golden color, and sharply defined crystal forms. It commonly forms in cubes, pyritohedrons, and other geometric habits, making it a popular mineral among collectors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetaphysical Properties\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn crystal traditions, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePyrite\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is associated with confidence, motivation, protection, abundance, and grounding. Many crystal enthusiasts use Pyrite as a symbol of prosperity and personal strength, and it is often kept in workspaces or collections to support focus and determination.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese metaphysical associations are based on traditional crystal beliefs and are not intended as medical or therapeutic claims.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"Crystal Empire Gems","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67919765373059,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/3974\/2083\/files\/UN-0818_1.jpg?v=1792194882","url":"https:\/\/crystalempiregems.com\/products\/pyrite-crystal-from-spruce-ridge-washington-etched-natural-mineral-specimen-96-2g","provider":"Crystal Empire Gems","version":"1.0","type":"link"}