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12" Spectacular Deep Purple Amethyst Geode (50 lbs) - Uruguay
This is an absolutely gorgeous, dark purple amethyst geode collected from the famous amethyst mines near Artigas, Uruguay. The crystals have exceptional purple coloration and the face (rind) of the geode has been polished to a glossy finish. The polishing allows for the underlying agate layers to be seen.
Small aggregations of druzy quartz can be seen peppered throughout the geode, and cross sections of underlying calcite crystals can be found at the top and bottom of the geode. The base of the surrounding rock has been cut flat for aesthetic and sturdy presentation.
Small aggregations of druzy quartz can be seen peppered throughout the geode, and cross sections of underlying calcite crystals can be found at the top and bottom of the geode. The base of the surrounding rock has been cut flat for aesthetic and sturdy presentation.
About Uruguay Amethyst
Though Brazil produces a greater volume of amethyst, the material from the Artigas region of Uruguay is renowned for its exceptional intensity of color and superb crystal quality. Uruguayan amethyst typically forms in dense basalt flows and develops into richly saturated, deep purple crystals that are considered some of the finest in the world. Because we import our specimens directly from the mines, we’re able to offer outstanding prices on everything from dramatic geodes to premium clusters and collector-grade crystal formations.
Amethyst being mined in Uruguay from the hard volcanic rock.
Though Brazil produces a greater volume of amethyst, the material from the Artigas region of Uruguay is renowned for its exceptional intensity of color and superb crystal quality. Uruguayan amethyst typically forms in dense basalt flows and develops into richly saturated, deep purple crystals that are considered some of the finest in the world. Because we import our specimens directly from the mines, we’re able to offer outstanding prices on everything from dramatic geodes to premium clusters and collector-grade crystal formations.
Amethyst being mined in Uruguay from the hard volcanic rock.
$1,250
SPECIES
Quartz var. Amethyst & Calcite
LOCATION
Artigas, Uruguay
SIZE
Dimensions: 12 x 11.5 x 10.6", Weight: 50 lbs
CATEGORY
SUB CATEGORY
ITEM
#384750
