SOLD Pyrite pseudomorph in limonite - Farafa Oasis, White Desert, Egypt
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      Pyrite pseudomorph in limonite - Farafa Oasis, White Desert, Egypt

      A very attractive specimen consisting of a pyrite crystal entirely pseudomorphosed into limonite, which is blackish-brown in color and has a velvety appearance. The pseudomorphosis has faithfully preserved the pseudocubic shape of the pyrite.

      4 x 3.5 x 2.5 cm

      Highlights of this specimen:

      - Highly aesthetic specimen
      - Intact crystal
      - Rare provenance

      For your information:

      - The term “pseudomorph” refers to a crystallization phenomenon: A pseudomorph is the natural replacement of one mineral by another, without altering the crystal’s shape (in this case, the pyrite has been replaced by limonite).

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      6321-LM2T

      Characteristics

      Mineral
      Limonite
      Pyrite
      Size
      Miniature ( max. 5 cm)
      Origin (country)
      Egypt
      Special features
      Pseudomorphosis