Incredible, 53.5" Amethyst Geode with Metal Stand - Artigas, Uruguay

Incredible, Amethyst Geode with Metal Stand - Artigas, Uruguay #199978

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This enormous 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 53.5" tall, and it stands 71.2" tall including the custom metal display base. To truly understand the scale of this geode, our assistant warehouse supervisor Jake (6'3" tall) can be seen standing next to it.

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 small calcite crystals that can be found peppered throughout the geode. We can pretty much guarantee this incredible specimen will look even better in person than in the photos.

This stunning specimen includes the custom metal display stand shown in the photos. The geode measures 53.5" tall, 32" wide at its widest point and is 10.5" thick. On the stand, this specimen stands just over 71" (5'11" tall). Including the base this specimen weighs approximately 465 lbs.

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.