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Pyrite Sunray – Sparta, Illinois, USA – 0.13 lbs
Pyrite Sunray – Sparta, Illinois, USA – 0.13 lbs
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A striking Pyrite Sunray from the famous coal mines of Sparta, Illinois, USA, displaying the unmistakable radiating crystal pattern that has made these remarkable specimens legendary among mineral collectors.
This exceptional specimen features a naturally flattened pyrite disc with brilliant metallic luster and sharply defined radial growth lines extending outward from the center. The mirror-like crystal faces shimmer with a rich brass-gold color, creating dramatic flashes of light as the specimen is viewed from different angles.
Unlike conventional cubic pyrite crystals, Sunray Pyrite forms as compressed, fan-like discs within ancient shale deposits, giving each specimen its own unique pattern and character. The thin profile and bold radiating texture make these specimens instantly recognizable and highly collectible.
Its excellent metallic luster, well-defined sunburst structure, and classic Illinois locality make this an outstanding addition for collectors of American minerals, unusual crystal habits, or fine pyrite specimens.
Specifications
- Mineral: Pyrite Sunray
- Origin: Sparta, Illinois, USA
- Weight: 0.13 lbs
- Dimensions: 3 × 0.5 × 2 inches
- Classic radiating sunburst growth
- Brilliant metallic luster
- Naturally flattened crystal habit
- Sharp radial crystal texture
- Historic Illinois locality
- Exact specimen shown
Mineralogical Notes
Pyrite Sunrays formed millions of years ago within the shale surrounding the coal seams of southern Illinois. As iron-rich mineralizing fluids moved through compact sediments, pyrite crystallized outward in thin radiating plates rather than the familiar cubes. The immense pressure of the surrounding shale helped produce the distinctive flattened disc shape that makes Sparta Sunrays unlike pyrite from virtually any other locality in the world.
Collector Notes
Authentic Sparta Pyrite Sunrays have remained highly collectible for decades due to their unique crystal habit and limited historic locality. Well-defined specimens with strong metallic luster and crisp radial growth patterns are especially desirable, as each Sunray develops its own natural "solar" pattern that can never be duplicated.
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