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[R Saunders]

Pyrite from an estate with no records.

[James Catmur]

Almost certainly Peruvian

[bob kerr]

yes, Peruvian and probably Huanzala

these are more commodities rather than specimens - literally many tons come out every year (or even day).

Rock Currier told me once that these are almost always dipped in something like "Simple Green" for cleaning and to bring the luster out. give it a try - you may like the results.

bob

[R Saunders]