Calcite on Adamite Specimen shells the name "pyrite" derives from

the name "pyrite" derives from the Greek word "pyro"

This item is 5” x 3” and weighs 51

deep-green malachite with the classic “velvet” texture for which Congo malachite is renowned

2" and weighs 1

Its distinctive color and flowing geometric bands make it appear dynamic and interactive- somewhat life-like

Calcite on Adamite Specimen shells the name "pyrite" derives fromAdamite is a zinc arsenate mineral that was first discovered in 1866 in Chile. Pure Adamite is colorless and usually less than an inch in diameter. The green sometimes seen within Adamite is actually caused by copper. This mineral is usually found as bright yellow, but can also be green, white, brown, or even colorless. The nicest Adamite specimens have been found in Namibia and Mexico. This item is 1. 5" x 2. 25" and weighs 2. 4oz.