Chalcopyrite Sphere

Description

Take a look at this spectacular chalcopyrite sphere! It is a huge, flashy piece. Chalcopyrite is a captivating mineral known for its brassy yellow color and iridescent tarnish. The gold tones combine with black stone to form a piece that will suit almost any aesthetic. This gorgeous piece would make a great gift for a collector. We only have one of these amazing spheres available. Don’t miss it!

Size: Approx. 2.75″, 523g

This chalcopyrite sphere is a WYSIWYG.

For those who are unfamiliar with WYSIWYG, it means: What You See Is What You Get. Pieces identified as WYSIWYGs are not a random pull of stones that are similar to the one(s) pictured. Instead, you receive the actual piece that is pictured.

Pyrite & Chalcopyrite: What’s the Difference?

Did you know that there is a difference between pyrite and chalcopyrite? One difference is the chemical composition. Pyrite is FeS₂, while chalcopyrite is CuFeS₂. For those of you who may not remember from chemistry class, Cu is copper. Another difference is their crystalline structure. Pyrite grows in an isometric crystal system, while chalcopyrite grows in a tetragonal crystal system. Learn more about chalcopyrite here.

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Please Note:

1. Sizes and weights are approximate. Dimension sizes can vary based on the way the rock is formed. We hand measure our pieces on the longest side. Please see the pictures in the listing.
2. The colors may vary due to monitor and lighting differences. We take our own product photos at this time. We are experimenting with lighting as we go.
3. Please use your own judgment when allowing children to handle.
4. Not suggested for use in animal habitats or fish tanks.