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Pyrite

Name: Pyrite
SKU: 33600-PT
Availability: OutOfStock

33600-PT Category: _Archives –specimens pending sale or deletion

Yauricocha Mine, Alis Dist., Yauyos Prov., Lima

Peru

Dimensions: 7.0x5.4x2.8 cm

Price: CA

This palm-sized pyrite specimen from the Yauricocha Mine consists of a mass of golden pyrite, with surfaces displaying an iridescent or tarnished dark patina. The Yauricocha Mine was originally developed by the Cerro de Pasco Corporation before being nationalized and later acquired by Sociedad Minera Corona in 2002. In 2011, Sierra Metals, Inc. purchased an 88% interest in the mine. The property includes Mina Central, which exploits a series of carbonate-replacement orebodies and veins, including Pozo Rico, Catas, and Cuye. The primary ore minerals at Yauricocha include galena, sphalerite, enargite, chalcopyrite, bornite, covellite, and native gold.

This specimen holds historical significance, as it was gifted to Dr. Peter Tarassoff in 1959 by then-mine engineer M. Krukar.

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This specimen comes from the collection of Dr. Peter Tarassoff, a prominent figure in mineralogy, particularly known for his work at Mont Saint-Hilaire (MSH). His diligent collecting and examination efforts have led him to be the first to identify at least 35 species and discover 12 new species, not only at MSH but also at other alkaline localities. Dubbed the "Dean" of Mont Saint-Hilaire collectors, Peter was honoured with the naming of the new species petarasite in 1980. He has authored or co-authored numerous mineralogical articles and has been a member of the Mineralogical Association of Canada since 1964. Additionally, Peter has volunteered at the Redpath Museum for the past 21 years, where he was formally appointed the Honorary Curator of Mineralogy. In recognition of his significant contributions to mineralogy, Peter was awarded the 2017 Pinch Medal

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