Pyrite is a brass-gold iron sulfide known as Fool's Gold, a shielding, confidence-building stone that deflects negativity and draws prosperity and opportunity.
Also known as
Iron Pyrite, Fool's Gold, Pyrites
Care
Pyrite is an iron sulfide and can oxidize, tarnish, or crumble if kept damp, so store it dry and away from water. Do not make direct-immersion elixirs from it, and wash your hands after handling raw specimens.
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