Pyrite Beads

Pyrite, aka Fool's Gold, is often mistaken for gold. It's origin comes from the Greek word "pyr" or "fire", due to its ability to emit sparks when struck against steel. It is an iron sulfide which is opaque, shiny, magnetic & has a metallic luster. As compared to gold, the color of a pyrite bead is slightly greenish-black. Pyrite has the same chemical composition found in Marcasite. It has been in use since ages when artifact & jewelry making comes into consideration.

Characteristic
Pyrite beads have certain features which are :

Brittle in nature Harder than gold Magnetic

Major cause of acid rain Has a wide range of varieties & forms

Significance
Pyrite has got significant features which are :

Makes a wonderful energy shield Blocks out negativity from various sources Overcomes inertia Lessens feelings of inadequacy Helps you to see behind a facade Overcomes lethargy and fatigue Increases the oxygen supply to the blood

Strengthens the circulatory system Beneficial for lungs, Alleviates bronchitis Effective for asthma Fosters intelligence Increases mental stability, logic and analytical ability Encourage cleverness and creativity

Style
Pyrite beads have always been in use in jewelry & artifact making :

Loose Gems Jewelry Sets Pins & Brooches Earrings

Necklaces Pendants Rings

Material
Pyrite beads when combined with other materials, results in fantastic outcome. these materials are :

Sterling Silver Brass

Copper Gold

Manufacturing Hubs
Pyrite is an extremely common crystal which is found in :

Illinois Missouri Peru Germany

Russia Spain South America