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Quartz (Var: Amethyst), Quartz, Epidote

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An impressive and aesthetic, large cabinet plate studded with glassy, water-clear amethyst crystals from the famous deposits at Piedra Parada, Mexico. The highly lustrous crystals have very pleasing purple color and reach 3.0 cm. The amethyst crystals rest on a bed of small quartz crystals infused with tiny epidote blades. Nearly pristine. Ex. Franz Saller Collection, of Bavaria.

Product details

SizeLarge Cabinet
Dimensions15.4 x 8.0 x 4.1 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Amethyst
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violet quartz prized for vivid color and crystal forms; affordable Brazilian geodes and razor-sharp Georgia crystals, with collecting localities.
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Amethyst from Piedra Parada
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    Quartz (Var: Amethyst), Quartz, Epidote - Piedra Parada, Veracruz, Mexico