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Amethyst

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Amethyst, 11 cm, from Piedra Parada, Las Vigas de Ramirez, Tatatila, Veracruz, Mexico (no. 1029). Acquired in April 2016 from Dennis Beals. Photo: Jean des Rivières.

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SpeciesAmethyst
SizeCabinet
Dimensions11.0 cm
Added on02/13/2026
LocalityMexico, Veracruz, Piedra Parada
Publications
  • Mineralogical Record Mineral Collections In Arizona page 22
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Amethyst
Mineral guide
Learn about Amethyst
violet quartz prized for vivid color and crystal forms; affordable Brazilian geodes and razor-sharp Georgia crystals, with collecting localities.
Amethyst
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Amethyst from Piedra Parada
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Piedra Parada
Piedra Parada, Mexico - source of Veracruz amethyst; high-mountain pockets yield open lilac to purple quartz with phantoms and scepters against matrix.