Pyrite Crystal / Stone Meaning, Properties & Benefits

Physical Properties of Pyrite Stone / Crystal
Chemical Formula:	FeS2
Chemical Composition:	Iron sulfide
Crystal System:	Isometric
Lustre:	Metallic
Transparency:	Opaque
Colour:	Metallic, Yellow, Gray
Streak:	Black with a slightly green tinge
Hardness:	6 - 6.5 on Mohs scale
Tenacity:	Brittle
Cleavage:	None
Fracture:	Conchoidal
Density:	4.8 - 5
Refractive Index:	1.65 - 1.91

Properties of Pyrite Stone / Crystal

Pyrite is the most common among the sulfide. The pale brass yellow color had earned its nickname as "fool's gold". In ancient roman times this name pyrite is given to those stones that create sparks when struck against steel. It associates with those sulfides and quartz veins, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks as well as in coal beds. It is cubic, faces may be striated but also frequently octahedral. It is often inter-grown, massive and radiated. It is not soluble in water. This crystal is isometric diploidal. The tenacity is brittle and it is paramagnetic.

Pyrite Stone Healing Properties

This stone gifts us the creativity, logic, mental stability and intelligence. It is a powerful protective stone which shield us from negative vibrations effective on physical, ether and poignant level. It stimulates the intelligence and augments wealth, helping to recall pertinent information when desired. It promotes the understanding which lies beneath philosophy actions. In ancient times it is used for rumination and prediction. It inspires the universal energies to trigger the nutritious energies of the body. It makes our health ideal, promotes intellect and makes us emotionally strong. It helps to recognize the clarity of universe. It can be used in healing the bones and cell configuration.

Pyrite Special Properties, Uses & Benefits

Pyrite had been used in ancient times to make copperas. It is also used as a cathode material in energizer brand with non rechargeable lithium batteries. It is used as a mineral detector in radio receiver.

Pyrite Found in Countries / Locations of World

Pyrite gemstones / crystals are found in some of the countries of world are: Austria, Canada, China, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Kosovo, Peru, Russia, Spain, Turkey, USA