Gem Reference

Pyrite delivers metallic glitter at minimal cost, either as tiny rose cuts in 'marcasite' jewellery or as whole crystal clusters. Its brittleness and tarnish susceptibility define its care regime, and its streak instantly separates it from gold and hematite.
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