Pyrite Chalcopyrite Specimen Peru
Enhance your collection with our Pyrite Chalcopyrite Specimen from Peru, showcasing a captivating mix of golden and rainbow hues set against a striking black and gold matrix.
Pyrite, or fool’s gold, is known for its metallic lustre, while Chalcopyrite boasts natural pops of iridescent colour. These minerals often form together due to their similar chemical composition, with Chalcopyrite containing copper, adding to its colouration.
This natural formation offers a unique and beautiful display, perfect for enthusiasts and collectors alike.
Pyrite Meanings
Masculine energy, manifestation, action, vitality, willpower, creativity, confidence
Chakras: solar plexus
Element: Earth
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Number: 3
Pyrite Crystal Healing Properties
Pyrite is thought to help us take action and create abundance in our life. It is believed to be warming, stimulating and encourages us to be more dynamic and creative. It is felt to be an excellent stone for manifestation and aids in grounding higher knowledge into action. Lastly, in a physical sense, it is believed to increase stamina and enhance physical performance.
History and Uses
Pyrite derives its name from the Greek word for fire, because it produces sparks when struck together. It has also been called fools gold, because its colour has a resemblance to gold.
Ancient Incans used this crystal for mirrors. Traditionally, it has been a stone for protection, good luck and vitality. It is associated with the sun and active male Yang energy.
Geological Description
Pyrite is an iron sulphide mineral with a hardness of 6 to 6.5. It is found all over the world but important deposits are in Italy, Spain and Peru. The Rainbow variety is found in Russia.
Affirmation
I move confidently towards creating my dreams.
Chalcopyrite Meanings
Joy, balance
Chakras: All
Element: Earth
Zodiac Signs: Capricorn, Taurus
Number: 9
Chalcopyrite Crystal Healing Properties
Chalcopyrite, also called Peacock Ore is thought to be an uplifting stone. It may ground nervous energy which allows the body and mind to let go of stress and embrace calm. It may be used to enhance our perception and awaken inner sight.
Chalcopyrite is believed to remove energy blockages, cleansing, activating and aligning the chakras and energy bodies at the same time. It is also thought to be an excellent aid to increase self-esteem, banish fears and doubts, and soothe the emotions.
History and Uses
Chalcopyrite is also called Peacock Ore because of its beautiful iridescent pink, blue, green gold and purple colours resembling the feathers of a peacock. These colours come from the oxidation of the iron and copper on the surface of the crystal.
Traditionally, Chalcopyrite has been used to stimulate new ideas, find new friendships and lost objects.
Geological Description
Chalcopyrite is a copper iron sulphide mineral with a hardness of 3.5 to 4, found in Peru, Mexico and Australia.
Affirmation
I am filled with the infinite healing energy of the Universe.
