The Pyrite Tumbled Stone owes its name to the Greek word “pyro” which means “light” or “fire” and recalls the sparks produced when an Iron instrument is struck on this Stone. Pyrite was already used in prehistoric times by the first men who used it to make fire, and later by the American Indians who used it to make reflective surfaces. A multifaceted Stone, it has a Golden yellow or coppery yellow colour with a unique metallic sheen that caused many disillusions to miners during the Gold Rush period as it was often confused with Gold.

The Pyrite Tumbled Stone is linked to Sunday and Tuesday, and therefore to the Sun and Mars. Its strength and energy increase naturally when it is offered to sunlight or under a lamp that scatters yellow light. “Knowledge stone”, it is energizing and provides a great feeling of warmth, comfort and optimism. Used as an elixir, it helps to restore health and energy and to Repels all minor seasonal ailments. It brings a unique personal radiance that offers momentum, vitality, will and optimism.

Properties of Pyrite Tumbled Stone 

• helps to eliminate nervous fatigue, anxiety or depression,
• stimulates intellectual capacities and improves memory,
• helps to stay calm by bringing confidence and serenity,
• helps to protect against stress and feelings of fear by offering a reassuring aura.

Zodiac Signs corresponding to the Pyrite Tumbled Stone

• Linked to the sign of Aries, Pyrite is a fire Stone that brings drive and energy. It is also suited to the Signs of Libra or Leo.

Chakras corresponding to the Tumbled Pyrite Stone

Pyrite increases the Benefits of three Chakras:

• the Throat Chakra,
• the Third Eye,
• the Solar Plexus.