{"product_id":"natural-golden-pyrite-sun-dollar-sunburst-mineral-specimen-110-grams-3-25-x-3-125-inches-nc8021","title":"Natural Golden Pyrite Sun Dollar Sunburst Mineral Specimen 110 Grams 3.25 x 3.125 Inches #NC8021","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA natural golden sunburst, formed by the fascinating forces of geology!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful \u003cspan\u003eGolden Pyrite Sun Dollar\u003c\/span\u003e, also known as a Pyrite Sun or Miner's Dollar, features an intricate arrangement of metallic pyrite crystals radiating outward in a remarkable circular pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes this specimen particularly appealing is the contrast between its darker, richly textured central sunburst and the lighter golden-bronze outer sections. The radial crystal growth creates an almost layered appearance, with natural lines and divisions that give the piece wonderful depth and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLook closely and you'll discover an extraordinary amount of detail in this flattened formation. The center draws your eye outward, while the surrounding golden sections create the appearance of a natural sunburst. It is a fascinating example of the unusual shapes minerals can develop under specific geological conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe fascinating geology of Pyrite Sun Dollars\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese formations are commonly called Pyrite Suns or Miner's Dollars. Classic examples, particularly those from the shale deposits of Sparta, Illinois, developed in confined spaces between sedimentary layers. As vertical growth was restricted, pyrite crystals spread outward horizontally, creating these distinctive flattened discs with their beautiful radial patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery specimen has its own individual growth pattern, making each one a little different.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI personally hand-selected this specimen from the material I brought home from Tucson, choosing it specifically for our customers at A Grain of Sand. I look for interesting patterns, attractive color, and those special details that make a specimen stand out from the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wonderful addition to a pyrite collection, a natural mineral display, or a collection of unusual geological formations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMineral: Pyrite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollector name: Pyrite Sun Dollar \/ Miner's Dollar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFormation: Natural radial sunburst disc\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 110 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: Approximately 3.25 x 3.125 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColor: Golden bronze with darker metallic areas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShape: Flattened circular disc\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSKU: NC8021\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetaphysical associations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePyrite has traditionally been associated with abundance, confidence, motivation, and protection. Often called Fool's Gold, this beautiful mineral is treasured by collectors for its metallic luster, distinctive formations, and natural beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"agrainofsand-usa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51719953449127,"sku":null,"price":64.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/5744\/6311\/files\/NaturalGoldenPyriteSunDollarwithintricateradialsunburstcrystalformation_110grams_NC8021..jpg?v=1793481740","url":"https:\/\/agrainofsand.com\/products\/natural-golden-pyrite-sun-dollar-sunburst-mineral-specimen-110-grams-3-25-x-3-125-inches-nc8021","provider":"agrainofsand-usa","version":"1.0","type":"link"}