The mineral pyrite, also known as “fool’s gold,” is named after the Greek word “pyr,” meaning “fire.” Pyrite can generate sparks when it comes into contact with metal or other hard materials, and it was used in firearms to create the necessary spark. Its color is very similar to natural gold, leading many gold prospectors to mistake it for gold and be disappointed when they find out it is not.

Pyrite has long been thought of as a powerful protective stone, capable of shielding the wearer from negative energies. It is also believed to promote good health, particularly in relation to the solar plexus and sacral chakras, and can enhance mental and emotional strength. Additionally, it is considered a lucky mineral that can attract wealth.

Pyrite is not a birthstone, but it is often associated with the zodiac sign Leo.

Pyrite can be found in various locations around the world, including Spain, Mexico, Peru, Italy, France, and others. Peru is an important producer of high-quality pyrite, with some of the most sparkling and eye-catching crystals of all pyrite deposits. Moreover, the surface of Peruvian pyrite is less prone to oxidation and fogging, making it easier to preserve in the hot, humid climate of tropical regions. It does not require desiccants or moisture-proof containers for storage, but should be kept in a cool, dry place.

Associated Chakras: Solar Plexus, Sacral

黃鐵礦 / 愚人金

黃鐵礦因希臘語“ pyr”而得名，意思是“火”。黃鐵礦如果碰到金屬或其他硬質材料，可用於產生火花。 所以早在槍械中已經使用了黃鐵礦碎片，以幫助產生必要的火花。而黃鐵礦成色與天然黃金極為相似， 讓淘金者誤以為挖到黃金， 復而竹籃打水、空歡喜一場。

黃鐵礦一直被認為是一種強力的保護石，可保護佩戴者免受負面能量侵害。 因此，這種礦石也有助於促進身體健康。 黃鐵礦的黃色可對應臍輪及太陽輪， 對照顧腸胃頗有幫助，增強精神和意志力，同時也被認為是招幸運，吸引財富的礦石。 黃鐵礦雖然不是誕生石，但通常與獅子座拉上關係。

黃鐵礦有不同產地包括西班牙、墨西哥、秘魯、意大利、法國等等，其中秘魯是高質素的黃鐵礦重要產地，秘魯其礦藏量不多， 晶體又是所有黃鐵礦產區中， 最閃亮及最為耀眼的。而且秘魯黃鐵礦的表面， 不易氧化變霧。 這在亞熱帶高溫多雨的潮濕地區， 保存上相對方便。 不需乾燥劑或防潮箱存放， 只要置於陰涼乾燥處更可。

對應脈輪：臍輪，太陽輪