Pendant Description
Giant Textured Pyrite Sterling Silver Pendant
SubCategory: Pendant Gift from Kimlud Jewelry Collection
Material: Genuine Sterling Silver (.925 silver)
Stone(s): 1 piece top grade authentic PYRITE
Overall dimension: 4.25 x 2.75 x 0.4 inches
Inner bail diameter: 6 mm
Weight: 121.1 grams
Stamp: Fine Sterling Silver

Pyrite
Also known as "Fool's Gold," and typically golden in color, pyrite is composed of iron sulfide. It is found around the world. Native Americans polished larger pieces of pyrite to use them as mirrors. Pyrite is a common mineral, found in a wide variety of geological formations from sedimentary deposits to hydrothermal veins and also as a constituent of metamorphic rocks. The color of pyrite has sometimes led to people mistaking it for gold. Pyrite is easy to distinguish from gold, as it is much lighter. Pyrite is also harder than gold and cannot be scratched with a fingernail or knife.