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Quartz (Var: Amethyst)

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A rare, large specimen of amethyst from Cripple Creek - a cluster of crystals piled atop one another, showing both terminations on one side of the specimen. This is very unusual, resulting from the way the crystals grew parallel to the matrix. An old US classic from the Richard Hauck Collection.

Product details

SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions8.0 x 8.0 x 6.0 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Amethyst
Mineral guide
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violet quartz prized for vivid color and crystal forms; affordable Brazilian geodes and razor-sharp Georgia crystals, with collecting localities.
Regional guide
Amethyst from Cripple Creek
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