Fool’s gold, or “pyrite”, fools fools who are looking for gold in all the wrong places. It has a brassy color that can appear yellow, but that’s where the similarities end. Part of the reason fool’s gold can fool an untrained eye is because it can be found near or in small deposits of gold. … Continue Reading
Pyrite, also known as “Fool’s Gold”, is literally a strikingly magnificent semi-precious gemstone. Pyrite earned its name from the Greek term “pyros”, which means fire. When struck together or against a hard surface, it has the ability to emit sparks. Pyrite is often called “Fool’s Gold”, due to notoriously being mistaken for actual gold. In … Continue Reading
