Pyrite is also known as "fools' gold" because its colour and shape resemble gold. It is composed of iron disulphide, which gives it its pale brass-yellow colour. The name "pyrite" is derived from the Greek words "pyrites lithos," which mean "stone which strikes fire," in reference to the sparking produced when iron is struck by lump of pyrite

In line with its sparking abilities, pyrite is thought to be capable of sparking creative thinking, opening a person to new ideas. Iron pyrite is known as a very protective stone and should be carried when performing dangerous work. Pyrite is believed to stimulate the powers of the intellect. Sunflower pyrite is also known as a protective stone, shielding one from any negative energy and increaseing physical and emotional well-being.

Pyrite is popular for its crystal habit, hardness, streak, lustre and brittleness.

 

Emotions:

It cures well and increases energy. It also provides an individual heighten for achieving challenges in this physical world. It also improves determination, facilitating in overcoming awful habits and creating new patterns of optimistic energy. It also assists in overcoming panic as well as, nervousness.

Moreover, it also helps to create a “can-do” approach about whatever one has decided to try out. It can screen out unconstructive influences around the environment and provides the courage to drive out some influences from one's life. In fact, it also relieves fretfulness and disturbance, increases self-esteem as well as, self-confidence.

In addition to, it is also helpful for man who feels low-grade as it fortifies self-reliance for themselves and their masculinity, but it may be too dominant for "macho" men, initiating hostility. It assists women to conquer servitude and inferiority complex, as well. Its occurrence is helpful in stimulating creative power and endorsing strong sexual expression.

 

Holistic Aspects:

Pyrite’s fire and earth energies are considered a perfect gizmo to help in balancing the root (1st) or base chakra. It also assists the individual to communicate more frankly and directly, giving both emotional and physical defence. If you are irresolute, or uncertain about something, have a pyrite with you as a stone to boost up your self-possession.

In addition to, Pyrite also improves physical energy, stimulates the mental power, and assists to transform idea into intellectual action. It is a wonderful stone for use in wealth magic or assisting in manifestation of needed energies. As being an excellent shield-stone, pyrite removes negativity from the aura to help one concentrate.

 

Other Features:

Pyrite is believed to stabilize hormonal rhythms, and relieves the uneasiness of menstruation. It is also helpful in clearing up mystification of individual's physical signs in order to produce a more precise diagnosis. Pyrite "suns" drive out pain from the body as well as, help in easing despair symptoms.

It is also said to assist in eliminating puffiness or fevers, especially when it used straight away within your body. It is a gemstone that keeps a perfect health and happiness. It also assists the individual to hold things through to achievement. It also amplifies mental simplicity and focus, which make it a perfect stone mostly for students.   

It is also a high-prized bead in its own right. The term “pyrite” was originated from the Greek term “pyr”, which literally means “fire”. Pyrite usually earned this name because it can be utilized to generate sparks to create a fire if it is hit against metal.  Jewelry has been produced from this polished bead since the period of ancient Greece.

Pyrite was particularly valued for jewelry all through the Victorian period, and later became well-known due to their metallic-tinted Art Nouveau styles. Pyrite beads also add sparkle to your entire bead collection. You can pair your Pyrite beads with your silver or gold wire to start up, and then attach a multi-colored bead for a pleasant contrast.