Amethyst

Mineral Class: Quartz

Color: Purple, Violet

Hardness: 7

Diaphaneity: Transparent to Translucent

Luster: Vitreous or Glassy

Optical Effects: None

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Synonymous with the color purple, this quartz variety is among the most valued of its kind. Mined in localities around the world such as Brazil, Madagascar & Russia, its deep purple hues have for centuries found its place as adornment.