{"product_id":"ruby-with-pyrite-albite-specimen-8-82-g","title":"Ruby with Pyrite \u0026 Albite Specimen — 8.82 g","description":"\u003cp\u003eA natural association of \u003cstrong\u003eRuby (Corundum)\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ePyrite\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eAlbite\u003c\/strong\u003e, showing striking colour and textural contrast. At just 8.82 g, this compact specimen is ideal for reference collections, study trays or macro photography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy it’s interesting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour \u0026amp; texture contrast:\u003c\/strong\u003e vibrant ruby crystal against pale albite matrix and brassy pyrite inclusions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-mineral association:\u003c\/strong\u003e an excellent example of corundum hosted in feldspar with accessory sulphide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact display size:\u003c\/strong\u003e lightweight and well defined for collectors and educators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinerals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ruby (Corundum), Pyrite, Albite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 8.82 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not specified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eListing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 × specimen (as pictured)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMineralogical notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRuby:\u003c\/strong\u003e trigonal corundum; deep red to pink-red; vitreous lustre; Mohs hardness ~9.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePyrite:\u003c\/strong\u003e isometric; metallic brassy lustre; Mohs hardness ~6–6.5.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlbite:\u003c\/strong\u003e triclinic plagioclase feldspar; white to off-white; vitreous; Mohs hardness ~6–6.5.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreak:\u003c\/strong\u003e white (ruby \u0026amp; albite); blackish-green (pyrite).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAssociations:\u003c\/strong\u003e common in metamorphic and pegmatitic environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSuggested uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReference specimen for identifying corundum–sulphide–feldspar associations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent teaching sample for contrasting lustre, hardness and colour in hand specimen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact piece ideal for cabinet drawers and macro photography.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle gently to protect pyrite from oxidation and surface scratches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean lightly with a soft brush; avoid soaking, acids or ultrasonic cleaning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in a dry environment to preserve pyrite’s metallic lustre.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-sm\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote:\u003c\/em\u003e Natural mineral specimens show inherent variations, matrix contacts and small imperfections—each piece is unique.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Luna Panther","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52505935151377,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/0068\/0209\/files\/ruby-with-pyrite-albite-specimen-882-g-8077569.jpg?v=1760362648","url":"https:\/\/lunapanther.co.uk\/products\/ruby-with-pyrite-albite-specimen-8-82-g","provider":"Luna Panther","version":"1.0","type":"link"}