What is "fool's gold" made of ?

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The mineral pyrite, or iron pyrite, also known as fool's gold. Pyrite is considered the most common of the sulfide minerals. Pyrite's metallic luster and pale brass-yellow hue give it a superficial resemblance to gold, hence the well-known nickname of fool's gold . Pyrite is considered the most common of the sulfide minerals.
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