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Capture the magnificent, natural beauty of this rare iridescent Pyrite from the Las Minas area of Veracruz, Mexico. This is not your average pyrite; it's a treasure prized by collectors for its stunning aesthetic appeal. This vibrant pyrite features a full-spectrum rainbow sheen, with flashes of greens, blues, pinks, and golds that shift across the surface. This captivating iridescence is a natural phenomenon caused by a thin coating of iron oxides (thin-film oxidation). Key Features: Vibrant Color: Displays brilliant flashes of color across every face. Unique Structures: Exhibits beautifully stepped cubic growths or tightly intergrown crystal clusters, highlighting its natural formation. Limited Source: These specimens come from small-scale, artisanal workings and are increasingly hard to find due to limited production. You will receive one Small Rainbow Pyrite cluster, intuitively chosen. Approximate Size: Length: $0.2 - 0.9$ in Weight: $0.5 - 1.3$ oz.