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Amethyst Geode Slice

Amethyst Geode Slice

$185.00 USD
$185.00 USD
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Enjoy the sparkle of an Amethyst Geode Slice from Uruguay. This geode slice is offers a unique and spectacular display of amethyst crystals. Each piece is carefully inspected to achieve only the best standard of quality.

You will receive the item pictured. Acrylic stand included with purchase.

 Dimensions: 9"x6"x1/2"

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Amethyst

Amethyst is a violet variety of QUARTZ, and has a chemical composition of SiO2. Gem quality amethyst is a relatively inexpensive gemstone often used in jewelry. Amethyst mineral specimens, geodes and large cathedrals are prized by collectors. Amethyst occurs in a wide range of purple shades from pale lilac to deep purple. When amethyst is heated, it becomes CITRINE, a yellow or orange variety of quartz.
Chemistry: SiO2 ♦ Variety: Quartz ♦ transparent to translucent ♦ Luster: vitreous ♦ Crystal system: trigonal ♦ Moh's hardness: 7 ♦ Color: Various shades of purple ♦ Localities: may be found throughout the world, with notable western hemisphere occurrences in Brazil, Uruguay, Ontario, Vera Cruz, Mexico, Guerrero, Mexico, Maine, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Colorado.