UNCOMMON AMETHYST. ...

Description

UNCOMMON AMETHYST
Santa Maria do Jetiba, Espírito Santo, Southeast Region, Brazil
Amethyst specimens from this locality are rarely seen. It is unclear whether this is due to scarcity at the source or, simply, high demand in the area. Whatever the cause, the unique character of this example deserves closer attention. The matrix of colorless Quartz with numerous iron-bearing fractures grades into multiple scepter type terminations - some of them with extensive 'fenster' type growth. Termination are a gemmy blue-purple with some golden inclusions inside negative crystals. Brilliant glassy luster and several great growth 'hillocks'. Minor damage to a couple of lower level crystals but overall fine condition. This uncommon Amethyst specimen measures 8 inches tall, 5 inches across and is 5 ½ inches deep. It sits upright on a custom labeled base.

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