Author: Piritas de Navajún

WE WILL SOON BE AT THE MUNICH SHOW 2025!

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Piritas de Navajún will be present this October at The Munich Show 2025. This is Europe’s most important mineral trade fair.

The show will take place in Munich from October 23 to 26, 2025. PIRITAS DE NAVAJÚN and its delegation will be located at Stand A6.500.

We will present a wide variety of our most outstanding pyrite specimens, directly from our mine in Navajún, La Rioja, Spain.

At our booth, visitors can admire and purchase an unparalleled selection of high-quality cubic pyrites, known for their natural luster and perfect geometry. In addition, we will exhibit twinned specimens, where two or more crystals interlock in a fascinating way, and matrix pieces that show the pyrite crystals in their host rock, preserving their original state and unique geological formation.

Among our most exciting new items, we will showcase spectacular pyrite cuboctahedrons—a rare and fascinating shape that combines the faces of a cube and an octahedron—presented in elegant transparent display cases. These authentic mineralogical gems are perfect for collectors and mineral lovers looking for a unique and unrivaled piece.

We invite all mineral enthusiasts and professionals in the industry to visit our stand to discover the beauty and uniqueness of Navajún pyrites.

We hope to see you at the Munich Show 2025!

More information about the MUNICH SHOW 2025

Navajún Pyrites Steal the Show on El Hormiguero 📹

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Our geological treasures shone on one of television’s highest-rated shows: El Hormiguero.

Collaborator Marron brought the magic of Navajún to the studio. He showed Pablo Motos and the coaches from La Voz (Laura Pausini, Luis Fonsi, Pablo López, and Antonio Orozco) how these minerals, with their perfect shapes and golden luster, are extracted directly from the rock. The surprise and fascination on their faces said it all.

For one of our pyrites to be the star of that segment was a true source of pride. The cameras captured the beauty of these minerals which, as Marron rightly said, “look like they’re from another planet.” This proves that what for us is the work of a lifetime is, for many, an astonishing discovery.

For us, it’s an important step for the world to learn about the richness of our land and the uniqueness of these crystals that set us apart. We hope this moment in the spotlight encourages more people to visit us and discover the magic hidden within each of our pyrites.

New website: closer to the Pyrites than ever 💻

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🎉 We are launching our new website! 🎉

We are happy to announce that our new website dedicated to Navajún Pyrites is now available. We have completely renewed the experience so that you can explore, discover and acquire these amazing crystals in a more comfortable, visual and safe way.

✅ Updated catalogue
✅ Real photos of the specimens
✅ Detailed information about each specimen
✅ Direct purchase and fast shipping

Whether you are a collector, a mineralogy lover or simply looking for an original gift, this is the place for you.

Welcome and enjoy the experience!

Our commitment to La Rioja officially awarded 🏆

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Recognition of our commitment to nature

We are proud to announce that we have been awarded the ‘La Rioja Biosphere Reserve’ prize by the Government of La Rioja. This recognition highlights our commitment to sustainability, the protection of the natural environment and the enhancement of the geological heritage of the region.

This award motivates us to continue working responsibly and with respect for the unique environment of Navajún, home to our emblematic pyrites.

A Treasure from La Rioja: The Navajún Pyrite

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Just 4 kilometers from the picturesque town of Navajún, in the heart of the Alcarama mountain range, a geological treasure that has conquered the world lies hidden. We are referring to the pyrite deposit known as “Ampliación a Victoria,” a place that, since its discovery, has redefined mineral collecting.

This deposit was found in the year 1965, and since then, it has been the source of pyrite specimens of exceptional quality and beauty. Over the decades, the Navajún Pyrite has managed to build an international reputation, entering the collecting market with great force. Its perfectly cubic crystals, with an unmistakable metallic luster, are increasingly appreciated and valued by experts and enthusiasts all over the planet.

Thanks to dedicated promotional work and the uniqueness of its minerals, the Navajún Pyrite has become a true benchmark within the field of Spanish mineralogy. Beyond its scientific and economic value, this mineral has transcended its origin to become a distinctive symbol of La Rioja, one of the most recognized and unique jewels that the autonomous community offers to the world.