Amethyst

88 / $96

AVAILABLE

Cluster of three amethyst crystals from Mexico. The main crystal is double terminated on both sides.

Formula:

SiO2

Group:,
Group:

Oxides

Country:

Locality:

Las Vigas, Veracruz

Dimensions:

4.5 x 4 x 4 cm

Color:

,

Zodiac:, ,
Categories: Minerals,
circle label
Get / $ off 1st purchase.
circle label
Free postage for CR from 3000 CZK and for SK from €.

Description

Amethyst – SiO2 is the most desired and most beautiful variety of quartz. The Egyptians, the Etruscans and the ancient Romans already knew it, it was ascribed a magical power. In the Middle Ages, it was also highly valued in Europe, also called bishop’s stone. Amethyst is a stone of love. Before finding a diamond, it was equal to its price. The name can come from old-Hebrew, Assyrian, and Arabic. Greek “amethystos” means something like no wine, wine protection – drunkenness. It belongs to the hexagonal system.

 

Reviews

There are no reviews yet.

Only logged in customers who have purchased this product may leave a review.

Additional information

Formula:

SiO2

Group:,
Group:

Oxides

Country:

Locality:

Las Vigas, Veracruz

Dimensions:

4.5 x 4 x 4 cm

Color:

,

Zodiac:, ,
Categories: Minerals,