material: pyrite

Pyrite

Color

brass-yellow

Hardness

6 - 6.5

Metaphysical

Pyrite is considered a stone of luck, wealth, and shields the user from negative energy.

Known as fools gold because of its brass-yellow hue and metallic luster, pyrite is the most abundant sulfide mineral.

The main source for pyrite is China.

In ancient Greek and Roman times, pyrite was known as a stone which strikes fire. Pyrite in jewelry was popular in the Victorian era.

Wash in warm soapy water.