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Crystal guide · Stones A–Z
Pyrite
fool’s goldA brassy gold mineral that grows in nuggets and near-perfect cubes, famous as fool’s gold. Traditionally kept for prosperity, confidence and protection.
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Said to help withProsperity, confidence and protection
ChakraSolar plexus
Zodiac[PLACEHOLDER: signs from The Crystal Bible]
ColourBrassy gold, sometimes tarnished
Hardness6 to 6.5 out of 10, but brittle
What it isIron sulphide, also called fool’s gold
Meaning
What pyrite is said to do
Where the name comes from
From the Greek pyr, “fire”, because it sparks when struck against steel or flint. Its gold shine fooled many a prospector, which is how it got its nickname, fool’s gold.
Its gold colour has made it a classic stone of prosperity and plenty.
Crystal meanings describe tradition and belief, not medical advice.
Traditionally said to help with
ProsperityAs on our abundance page: a stone kept where money lives.
ConfidenceLinked with the solar plexus chakra, for self-belief.
ProtectionIts shiny surface is traditionally said to reflect negativity away.
DriveKept on desks for motivation and getting things done.
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Everyday pyrite
How to use it
1In your purseA small nugget where your money lives.
2On your deskA sphere in view, for drive by tradition.
3By the tillA shop tradition for a good day’s trade.
4As a giftA lucky present for a new business or job.
Care card
Looking after your pyrite
Sun is fineIt won’t fade, so it’s happy on a sunny windowsill.
Cleanse it now and thenLeave it in moonlight overnight, on a selenite plate, or next to a singing bowl.
Keep it dryPyrite doesn’t like damp: it can tarnish and slowly break down. Wipe it with a dry cloth and keep it out of bathrooms and water.
Questions
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Crystal guide · Stones A–Z
Pyrite
fool’s goldBrassy gold fool’s gold. Traditionally kept for prosperity and confidence.
Shop pyrite · from £4Said to help withProsperity, confidence and protection
ChakraSolar plexus
Zodiac[PLACEHOLDER: signs from The Crystal Bible]
ColourBrassy gold, sometimes tarnished
Hardness6 to 6.5 out of 10, but brittle
What it isIron sulphide, also called fool’s gold
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All stones A–Z →Goes well with pyrite
What pyrite is said to do
From the Greek pyr, “fire”, because it sparks when struck. Its gold shine fooled many a prospector.
ProsperityAs on our abundance page: a stone kept where money lives.
ConfidenceLinked with the solar plexus chakra, for self-belief.
ProtectionIts shiny surface is traditionally said to reflect negativity away.
DriveKept on desks for motivation and getting things done.
Care cardLooking after your pyrite
Sun is fineIt won’t fade, so it’s happy on a sunny windowsill.
Cleanse it now and thenLeave it in moonlight overnight, on a selenite plate, or next to a singing bowl.
Keep it dryPyrite doesn’t like damp: it can tarnish and slowly break down. Wipe it with a dry cloth and keep it out of bathrooms and water.
How to use it
1In your purseA small nugget where your money lives.
2On your deskA sphere in view, for drive by tradition.
3By the tillA shop tradition for a good day’s trade.
4As a giftA lucky present for a new business or job.
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