Natural Pyrite Cube Specimen
Unbranded / Natural Specimen • Natural Mineral Specimen
Toy Category
Educational Toy / Mineral Specimen
Year Released
Natural Mineral (Prehistoric origin, modern commercial specimen)
Condition
Good; shows natural surface imperfections, minor chipping on one corner, and slight discoloration/residue on top surface.
Estimated Market Value
$15 - $30
Description
A naturally formed cubic pyrite crystal (Fool's Gold) featuring a brass-yellow metallic sheen, sharp right-angle edges, and striated faces characteristic of iron sulfide crystal growth.
Market Value
Estimated Market Value
$15 - $30
Auction Estimate
$10 - $25
Toy Identity
Edition Details
Natural occurrence, typically sourced from Navajún, La Rioja, Spain
Model Number
N/A
Toy Type
Crystalline mineral specimen, approx. 1 to 2 inches, metallic luster
Toy Condition
Good; shows natural surface imperfections, minor chipping on one corner, and slight discoloration/residue on top surface.
Packaging Condition
No Packaging; loose specimen.
Rarity & Significance
Common mineral specimen widely collected for its mesmerizing, seemingly artificial perfect cubic geometry which often leads novices to mistake it for a manufactured toy or puzzle cube.
Special Features
Naturally occurring cubic crystal habit with striations.
Notable Variations
Pyrite forms in various habits including cubes, pyritohedrons, and massive aggregates; cubic specimens from Spain are particularly prized for their geometric perfection.