I added a silver wire bail to a natural gold pyrite crystal ball. This comes with a 24 inch silver plated rope chain. The pyrite has natural surface markings. It is often called Fools gold because it can be mistaken for real gold. The ball is 14mm in diameter.

The origin of the name pyrite is from the Greek root pyr which means fire. This name comes from the fact that striking pyrite against another mineral produces sparks. Pyrite has the same chemical composition as marcasite, but its structure is cubic in nature. Most gemstone jewelry that is called marcasite is actually pyrite, due to the instability of the crystal structure of marcasite.

Pyrite was used by ancient Mayans and Aztecs as a scrying stone. It was considered a powerful stone and was often used in divination and healing rituals. Pyrite is believed to attract good fortune and prosperity. Pyrite can protect against negative energy both metaphysically and environmentally. It can enhance the chakras that influence the will and the intellect. Keeping a piece of pyrite near you may energize and stimulate mental clarity and focus.

Because it forms cubes and other polygons, believers in sacred geometry consider it of cosmic significance as well.

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