{"product_id":"rainbow-pyrite-fossil-specimen","title":"Rainbow Pyrite Fossil Specimen","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"76\" data-end=\"430\"\u003eDiscover the extraordinary beauty of these natural Rainbow Pyrite Fossil Specimens from Ulyanovsk, Ulyanovsk Oblast, Russia. Available as four unique collector variations, these rare fossils showcase an incredible iridescent metallic surface displaying vivid flashes of gold, blue, green, purple, and bronze tones formed naturally over millions of years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"432\" data-end=\"876\"\u003eUnlike traditional Pyrite crystal specimens, Rainbow Pyrite from this locality is actually fossilised ancient marine material that has undergone pyritisation — a rare geological process where organic structures become replaced with iron sulphide minerals over time. This creates spectacular metallic fossil formations with shimmering rainbow iridescence that distinguish them from standard cubic Pyrite crystals commonly known as “Fool’s Gold.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"878\" data-end=\"1269\"\u003eThese fascinating specimens originate from Jurassic marine deposits in Russia, where ancient ammonites and other prehistoric organic materials became mineralised under unique environmental conditions. The result is a stunning combination of palaeontology and mineralogy, making Rainbow Pyrite highly desirable for fossil collectors, mineral enthusiasts, geology lovers, and crystal displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1271\" data-end=\"1439\"\u003eEach piece is completely unique, featuring its own natural fossil textures, metallic lustre, pyritised structure, and iridescent colour play created entirely by nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"tvgqqv\" data-start=\"1441\" data-end=\"1469\"\u003eWhat Is Rainbow Pyrite?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1872\"\u003eRainbow Pyrite is not traditional Pyrite crystal growth. Instead, it is fossil material that has been naturally replaced and preserved with pyrite through a process called pyritisation. Over millions of years, ancient marine organisms became mineralised within sedimentary deposits, creating metallic fossil specimens with striking rainbow iridescence caused by surface oxidation and light interaction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1874\" data-end=\"2035\"\u003eThis rare material combines both fossil preservation and mineral formation, making it highly collectible and visually distinctive from ordinary Pyrite specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"j115wx\" data-start=\"2037\" data-end=\"2074\"\u003eGeological \u0026amp; Mineral Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2075\" data-end=\"2287\"\u003eMineral Composition: Iron Sulphide (Pyrite)\u003cbr data-start=\"2118\" data-end=\"2121\"\u003eFormation Process: Fossilised marine material replaced by pyrite\u003cbr data-start=\"2185\" data-end=\"2188\"\u003ePrimary Locality: Ulyanovsk, Ulyanovsk Oblast, Russia\u003cbr data-start=\"2241\" data-end=\"2244\"\u003eAge: Jurassic Period\u003cbr data-start=\"2264\" data-end=\"2267\"\u003eHardness: 6–6.5 Mohs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"v7bbf0\" data-start=\"2289\" data-end=\"2317\"\u003eMetaphysical Properties\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2318\" data-end=\"2575\"\u003eRainbow Pyrite is often associated with vitality, confidence, manifestation, mental clarity, and energetic protection. Many crystal enthusiasts use it to encourage motivation, creativity, resilience, and positive energy while remaining grounded and focused.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"93ir3i\" data-start=\"2577\" data-end=\"2600\"\u003eChakra Association\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2601\" data-end=\"2634\"\u003eSolar Plexus Chakra\u003cbr data-start=\"2620\" data-end=\"2623\"\u003eRoot Chakra\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1g504o9\" data-start=\"2636\" data-end=\"2658\"\u003eZodiac Connection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2659\" data-end=\"2680\"\u003eLeo, Aries, Capricorn\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1lw543f\" data-start=\"2682\" data-end=\"2694\"\u003eElement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2695\" data-end=\"2707\"\u003eFire\u003cbr data-start=\"2699\" data-end=\"2702\"\u003eEarth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1woas1e\" data-start=\"2709\" data-end=\"2741\"\u003eCrystal Pairing Suggestions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2742\" data-end=\"2833\"\u003ePairs beautifully with Citrine, Hematite, Labradorite, Carnelian, and Golden Healer Quartz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1qf1iyj\" data-start=\"2835\" data-end=\"2851\"\u003ePlease Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2852\" data-end=\"2963\"\u003ePlease note you will receive the exact fossil specimen selected from the variation options shown in the images.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GeoFossils","offers":[{"title":"#1","offer_id":57231974039925,"sku":null,"price":16.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"#2","offer_id":57231974072693,"sku":null,"price":16.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"#3","offer_id":57231974105461,"sku":null,"price":16.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"#4","offer_id":57231974138229,"sku":null,"price":16.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1113\/8154\/files\/GeoFossils_Fossils_Rainbow_Pyrite_1.png?v=1779974336","url":"https:\/\/www.geofossils.com\/products\/rainbow-pyrite-fossil-specimen","provider":"GeoFossils","version":"1.0","type":"link"}