Mineral: Sulphur, Pyrite
Locality: Niccioleta Mine, Massa Marittima, Grosseto Province, Tuscany, Italy
Dimensions: 59 x 35 mm

Description: Niccioleta mine was one of most important in Italy. Pyrites coming from there, with crystals till 20 cm, are a classic not only for Italian collectors. Gypsum was also quite common in the mine. Sulphur, less common, is generally associated with Gypsum and, seldom, with Pyrite.

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