Pyrite (Pyritohedron Cluster) – Thumbnail – Huanzala Mine, Peru

$124.67

A striking pyrite cluster from the renowned Huanzala Mine, featuring well-developed pyritohedron crystals—one of the more uncommon and highly collectible crystal forms of pyrite.

Size: 36 X 36 mm

Weight: 58 g

  • Excellent pyritohedron dominance (rare and collectible form)

  • Multiple intergrown crystals (dynamic, 3D structure)

  • Very good metallic luster with sharp reflective faces

  • Clear striations and geometry (authentic Huanzala carácter)

  • Balanced cluster composition (no chaotic growth)

  • Large for a thumbnail (36 mm / 58 g) (feels substantial)

A striking pyrite cluster from the renowned Huanzala Mine, featuring well-developed pyritohedron crystals—one of the more uncommon and highly collectible crystal forms of pyrite.

Size: 36 X 36 mm

Weight: 58 g

  • Excellent pyritohedron dominance (rare and collectible form)

  • Multiple intergrown crystals (dynamic, 3D structure)

  • Very good metallic luster with sharp reflective faces

  • Clear striations and geometry (authentic Huanzala carácter)

  • Balanced cluster composition (no chaotic growth)

  • Large for a thumbnail (36 mm / 58 g) (feels substantial)

The specimen displays a compact and balanced arrangement of intergrown crystals, with sharp faces and distinct striations that reflect light with a bright metallic luster. The dominance of pyritohedral geometry gives the piece a sculptural and mineralogically interesting character, distinguishing it from more common cubic pyrite specimens.

With its strong presence, clean condition, and attractive composition, this is an excellent thumbnail specimen for collectors seeking more unusual crystal habits from Huanzala.

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