{"product_id":"oxidised-pyrite","title":"Oxidised Pyrite","description":"\u003cp\u003eA beautiful natural pyrite specimen that has been \u003cstrong\u003esemi-oxidised naturally by the ocean\u003c\/strong\u003e. Over time, the coastal environment has worked its magic on this piece, creating a warm, earthy patina that contrasts beautifully with the remaining metallic lustre of the pyrite crystals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis natural oxidation process is entirely unique to each specimen — no two pieces age the same way, making this a truly one-of-a-kind treasure from the New Zealand coastline.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSemi-oxidised naturally by the ocean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique coastal patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural, untreated specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for collectors and nature lovers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003ePyrite is often called “Fool’s Gold” for its bright, metallic shine, but this specimen tells a different story. Ocean exposure has slowly reacted with the iron in the crystal, building up a soft rust-brown patina over time while pockets of the original silvery-gold lustre still show through underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause this process happens naturally and can’t be repeated in a lab, oxidised pieces like this one are harder to find in good condition than standard pyrite. It’s a great pick if you want a specimen that looks different from typical pyrite — more earthy, more textured, with real geological history written into its surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDisplay it as-is to keep the current patina. Further oxidation will continue slowly over time, which is part of its character, not a flaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCollected on the Gisborne coastline. Selected by us. A one-of-a-kind piece of NZ pyrite history.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NZ Pyrites","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48793053462782,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0824\/1607\/5006\/files\/IMG_1201.jpg?v=1787895582","url":"https:\/\/nzpyrite.co.nz\/products\/oxidised-pyrite","provider":"NZ Pyrites","version":"1.0","type":"link"}