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1. Minerals of the Nanisivik mine, Baffin Island, Northwest Territories

Author

Gait, Robert I., Robinson, George W., Bailey, Karen, and Dumka, Doug

Subjects
Baffin Island -- Natural resources, Mines and mineral resources -- Northwest Territories, Minerals -- Collections and collecting, Pyrites -- Collections and collecting, Earth sciences
Abstract

The Nanixivik mine of Baffin Island has been in operation for only 14 years. But in that time it has yielded fine specimens of pyrite which qualify the occurrence as among the world's best and most interesting for the species.

Published
1990

2. All that glitters

Author

Harris, Kristina

Subjects
Pyrites -- Collections and collecting, Jewelry -- Collections and collecting, Home and garden
Abstract

Iron pyrite, also known as 'fool's gold' and marcasite, has been popular for many years. Jewelry, cigarette cases, combs and other objects were often decorated with marcasite. This jewelry is easy to find, but buyers should shop carefully for quality.

Published
1993

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