The metallic shine of pyrite
You hold an obelisk whose surface shows a warm, golden-yellow metallic shine. Pyrite has been known for a long time: ancient mines already mention it, and everyday speech sometimes calls it fool gold because of its appearance. Here and there on the surface you may meet small glittering crystals.
The firm line of the pillar and the tip
The obelisk rises from a square foot to its closing tip with a firm line. The surface is polished, and along the finer edges light runs like a thin thread. In the morning and in the evening lamplight you can discover a different face of the stone, since the metallic shine behaves differently under each light.
A quiet companion on the writing desk
The pyrite obelisk feels at home on a writing desk and on a bookshelf. It looks well beside a paperweight, as a quiet support for a book or on a small wooden tray. The warm golden hue creates a contrast with darker wood surfaces and the spines of books. Near a window the late-morning sunlight catches it especially well.
Quiet contemplation and attention
In the meditation corner pyrite shows a firm, earth-close presence. Beside a candle flame the golden light is gently reflected on the surfaces. During quiet contemplation you can observe how the colour of the stone changes as the light comes near or moves away. This is a simple and calm practice.
Cleaning and lasting use
The metallic surface of pyrite may dull a little over time, so it is wise to wipe it from time to time with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid prolonged moisture, since pyrite is less resistant to extended water contact and small rusty patches may appear on the surface. Kept on a dry shelf and a small wooden tray, it preserves its beauty for a long time.