Amethyst from Romania, Hunedoara County
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Group of deep purple crystals of quartz var. amethyst with the typical artichoke growth from the classic and hard to obtain locality: Vălişoara (Porkura), Hunedoara Co., Romania. Old specimen collected around 1780s. Ex. Philip Gregory and Bill Larson collections. My collection.
Photographed by László Kupi/Fine mineral photography.
Product details
SpeciesAmethyst
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions6.0 x 4.0 x 2.5 cm
Added on05/26/2026
LocalityRomania, Hunedoara County
RepairsNo repairs or restorations
Current owner
Bratislava, Slovakia
Previous owners
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| — | Bill Larson (Pala International) | Not disclosed |
| — | Philip Gregory | Not disclosed |
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