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Large Natural Cubed Pyrite Specimen
About the Item
A large natural pyrite specimen originating from Peru, sourced from the ex private collection of a Scottish professor.
This mineral has a lustrous exterior that catches the light beautifully with its unique well-terminated cube like crystals and good quality scale, making for an impressive sculptural piece in any property.
Naturally formed over millions of years, this striking mineral specimen showcases a distinctive golden colour, typical of pyrite, for which its metallic lustre is famously named ‘Fool’s Gold’.
Provenance
From the fascinating collection of Gordon Walkden (1944-2022), emeritus Professor of Geology at Aberdeen University. Affectionally known as Aberdeen’s answer to Indiana Jones, Walkden contributed enormously to research through his papers and talks on British marbles, minerals and fossils.
Highly respected in his field, Walkden was active throughout his retirement, invited to Windsor Castle to identify marbles used in the Albert Memorial Chapel. This is just one of various specimens we are selling originally from his outstanding collection.
Additional information
Includes an exclusive medium custom-made neoclassical style display plinth – ø17cm x height 6.5cm.
Overall dimensions are for specimen and base.
Additional dimensions (specimen only):
Height 9.5cm (3.74in)
Width 14.5cm (5.7in)
Depth 12cm (4.72in)
Weight 3.6kg.
- Dimensions:Height: 6.3 in (16 cm)Width: 6.7 in (17 cm)Depth: 6.7 in (17 cm)
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- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Prehistoric
- Condition:Good structural condition. Naturally made, prehistoric specimens formed by nature over millions of years. Formations, variations and markings are natural and are to be celebrated as features of these specimens.
- Seller Location:Wormelow, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 9343821stDibs: LU2096344117002
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