Pagoda Calcite w/ Rainbow Pyrite

Pagoda Calcite w/ Rainbow Pyrite

This naturally occurring form of relatively common pyrite remains highly sought after by collectors as a specimen or for use as a gem or in jewelry

Natural copper is relatively soft and often found in intricate and unique structures

These specimens of natural uncut aquamarine occur within a unique matrix of thick mica with a strong yellowish tint

Malachite is known for its deep green coloration

large calcite crystals and the dusting of fine gold from the pyrite is unique to specimens from this specific region of China and have not been found anywhere else

The spectacular display of colors these specimens display can be formed by two different geological processes: the oxidation of pyrite causing ultra-thin layers of iron oxide to form on the surface

These specimens of Mosasaur (Mosasaurus anceps) teeth are embedded in matrix

It has a very dramatic "head shield" which is often interpreted as a mechanism to help it stay on top of a soft ocean floor

A vivid and richly colored copper-based mineral

A widespread and industrially important mineral

so much that the local tribes people used to use these mudstones as currency in trade and other daily life

incredibly brilliant pyrite and chalcopyrite