Quartz (variety Amethyst), red Calcite

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Quartz (variety amethyst) doubly terminated crystal with red calcite, 14 cm (the center crystal measures 6.4 cm), from the Tonglushan mine, Daye County, Hubei, China. Roberto Appiani photo.

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SizeMuseum
Dimensions1400.0 cm
Added on02/13/2026
Publications
  • Mineralogical Record Private Mineral Collections In Italy page 88

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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.
Regional guide
Amethyst from Tonglushan Mine
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