Pyrite Cubes in Matrix La Rioja Spain

Pyrite Cubes in Matrix La Rioja SpainBeautiful cluster of golden pyrite cubes in natural matrix, collected from Navajn, La Rioja, Spain. A natural work of art and a great display piece. The crystal system is called isometric, or cubic, meaning that its smaller molecules form cubes. These specimens are roughly 130 millions years old. They are mined about 3 hours northeast of Madrid, in Navajn, La Rioja, Spain. SPANISH PYRITE IS FAMOUS FOR ITS CUBIC SHAPE. IT IS COMPLETELY NATURAL NOT CUT

Origin: Henbury Crater Field

hastalis specimen features well-preserved roots and a glossy enamel

and darker mineralized roots

Color rarity and collector appeal

The position of Marshosaurus remains contested

northeastern U

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which include a mix of phosphatic sands

approximately 100 million years ago

Megalodon ruled the oceans for roughly 15 million years before disappearing around 3

This is an exceptional tooth

This was a time when dinosaurs flourished