MN341

Sample ID MN341 • Educational Cabinets

Pyrite (Oxidized)

2.546cm W x 2.009cm H x 2.733cm D • 48g
Sample TypeMineralColorBrownLusterDull
StreakBlackCleavage/FractureUneven fractureSpecific Gravity4.8
Geographic Location/Date Mohs Hardness 5

A collection of three samples. The representative is the largest. All samples are oxidized and appear "rusted." They are all cubic with some cracks within them. Some spots the original brassy metallic mineral is visible. They can be polished to look shiny again.