Pyrite is a very protective stone, shielding the user from negative energy of all kinds.  Pyrite blocks energy leaks and mends auric tears.  Carry pyrite in your pocket to protect you from both environmental pollution and physical danger.  Used on the Third Eye, Pyrite strengthens mental abilities and awareness of higher forms of knowledge.  Pyrite also promotes good physical health and emotional well-being.

Traditionally, Pyrite is known as a stone of luck, helping to attract abundance, wealth and prosperity to the user, via its creative energies of manifestation, and its encouragement of following one's dreams.  This quality makes Pyrite excellent for grid work and rituals.  Pyrite not only deflects negative energies, but also helps to release negative and inhibiting patterns of behavior.  Pyrite can enhance one's will during challenging times and supports the action necessary for personal growth and success.   Meditation with Pyrite can encourage greater frequency in moments of inspiration, and its grounding action allows these higher frequencies to be grounded into the physical world.

Pyrite also promotes good physical health and emotional well-being.  Pyrite is helpful for any type of infection and can purify the systems of the body.  Pyrite can be used to bring a feeling of increased vitality during times of hard-work or stress.  Pyrite is also great for balancing one's energetic fields.  If you are feeling overworked lately, with no end in sight, then Pyrite might be for you!  Pyrite makes a great gift for those in convalescence.

Metaphysical:
Primary Chakra: Root, Heart, Throat, Crown
Astrological sign(s): Leo
Vibration: Number 3

Geological:
Stone Type/Family: Pyrite Group, Sulfides Class
Crystal System: Isometric
Chemical Composition: (FeS2) Iron Sulfide
Hardness: 6-6.5

Physical:
Color: Pale brassy yellow to gold
Location: Chile, Germany, Peru, Russia, South Africa, Spain, UK, USA
Rarity: Common
Fun Fact: Pyrite is used in jewelry under the trade name "Marcasite".

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