At-A-Glance
Country of Origin
NJ
United States
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Essential Information
Specimen ID
6535
Mineral Name
Pyrite
Chemical Formula
FeS2
Subcollection
Franklin and Sterling Hill Suite
Additional Details
Specimen Number
F162
Notes for Researchers
F034
Physical Description
Pyrite, a beautifully formed crystal in calcite matrix from one of the local quarries. Well-formed crystals such as this are distinctly uncommon, but this crystal is badly cracked and probably decomposing.
Geographic Origin
Locality Nickname
Franklin, New Jersey
Locality Lat/Long
41.1220409, -74.5804378
Mining District
Franklin Mining District
Mine Name
Franklin Mine