Pyrite stone, the properties of which are partially reflected in its name, has been known to many peoples since ancient times. "Piros" from Greek is translated as "fire." In relation to this mineral, this means that when it is struck, sparks are extracted. Most likely, even primitive people noticed such a property, since pyrites are found among the objects when excavating sites.
Today, pyrite stone, whose properties for fire recovery have lost their significance, is used mainly for the extraction of impurities present in its composition (cobalt, gold, etc.). The chemical formula of the mineral FeS2, iron sulfide with a predominance of sulfur (53.4 percent), allows it to be processed into sulfuric acid industrially. The stone has a pleasant brass-yellow color, which makes it possible to confuse it with a precious metal. The household names of the mineral: "fool's gold", "cat's gold" - just testify in favor of such illusions.
Pyrite stone, the properties of which allow it to have a pronounced metallic luster, is also called the "Inca" stone. This is due to the fact that representatives of the American continent once polished such minerals and used them presumably as mirrors. Those who first see natural patterns of stone may be amazed at how accurately nature creates cubic, octagonal or twelve-sided crystals. And in the USA, deposits give samples of a radial-radial structure resembling the sun.
What else is interesting pyrite stone? The properties of the mineral are such that it can quickly take the place of animal and plant remains, forming fossils. So, in the 13th century, a miner died in a Swedish mine, and 60 years after his death, the body was completely replaced by a pyrite rock.
The brilliance of pyrite has always attracted attention. In the Middle Ages it was called an alpine diamond, and court ladies and gentlemen used it for jewelry. However, then people were not so familiar with chemistry, so they were very surprised when the spectacular stone darkened over time. In areas with a humid climate, it very quickly became limonite (rust).
It is believed that one of the strongest "male" stones is pyrite. Its magical properties are such that jewelry is not recommended to be worn for more than three days and combined with other stones (with the exception of a coil and hematite). The mineral has such strong energy that it can simply burn its owner. Therefore, it is recommended for people with reduced vitality or exhaustion.
What properties does pyrite stone still have? The price of jewelry that gives extraordinary strength to those who wear it is usually not very high (300-1500 rubles). However, the jewelry itself is quite rare. But if you need to improve brain function or digestion, decide on something new, become confident, charming, charismatic, then a bracelet or pendant with such a mineral is worth a look. Especially such amulets are suitable for Scorpions, Sagittarius or Aries. But Cancers powerful effects of this stone should be avoided.