PYR213 Pyrite in Matrix Angelwing Chalcedony Ammonites are called cephalopods because

Ammonites are called cephalopods because their heads and tentacles protruded out of the same opening

Agates from this mine also contain a higher percentage of heat and stress fractures from the mining process and are considered less desirable so the prices tend to be more reasonable

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PYR213 Pyrite in Matrix Angelwing Chalcedony Ammonites are called cephalopods becauseThis Pyrite cube in Marl Matrix is from Navajn, Spain. These are natural pyrite minerals and are famous all around the world for their incredible formation. Originally discovered in 1965, the mine has been continually worked to this day. The chemical formula for pyrite is FeS2. This features one cube measuring 2. 9 x 2. 9 x 3. 1cm in its original matrix, approximately 8cm long. You will receive the exact mineral specimen pictured. It is important to