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57" Giant Amethyst Geode with Metal Stand - Top Quality
This spectacular geode was carefully extracted from the hard basalt formations near Artigas, Uruguay. It was then masterfully prepared by the local expert craftsman to create a natural work of art. The geode itself is 57" tall, and stands 78" tall when including the sturdy custom metal display base. This enormous geode is the (much) larger half of a geode we acquired about a year ago and sold earlier this year (2022).
The "rind" has been polished all the way around to show off the mineral transition layers between the rock and amethyst crystals. These crystals bear deep purple coloration and formed in association with large calcite crystals along the top right corner of the geode. They are sitting right along the edge and have been polished, revealing the cross section, though some calcite crystal faces can still be seen within the geode.
This stunning specimen includes the custom metal display stand shown in the photos. The geode measures 57" tall, 45" wide at its widest point and is 9" thick. The interior cavity measures 40" by 36.5", and on the stand, this specimen stands at 6.5 feet (just under 2 meters).
The "rind" has been polished all the way around to show off the mineral transition layers between the rock and amethyst crystals. These crystals bear deep purple coloration and formed in association with large calcite crystals along the top right corner of the geode. They are sitting right along the edge and have been polished, revealing the cross section, though some calcite crystal faces can still be seen within the geode.
This stunning specimen includes the custom metal display stand shown in the photos. The geode measures 57" tall, 45" wide at its widest point and is 9" thick. The interior cavity measures 40" by 36.5", and on the stand, this specimen stands at 6.5 feet (just under 2 meters).
Note: Because of its size and weight, this piece will ship via freight on a pallet or in a crate. Our website can’t automatically calculate freight charges, so shipping costs will be determined and billed after purchase. If you’d like a quote beforehand, please contact us prior to ordering.
About Uruguay Amethyst
Though Brazil produces a greater volume of amethyst, the material from the Artigas region of Uruguay is renowned for its exceptional depth of color and superb crystal quality. Uruguayan amethyst typically forms in dense basalt flows and develops into richly saturated, grape-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 depth of color and superb crystal quality. Uruguayan amethyst typically forms in dense basalt flows and develops into richly saturated, grape-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.
SPECIES
Quartz var. Amethyst & Calcite
LOCATION
Artigas, Uruguay
SIZE
Geode: 57" tall, 45" wide, 9" thick. 78" tall on stand
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ITEM
#232776
