10.9" Amethyst Geode Section w/ Calcite on Metal Stand

This is a gorgeous amethyst geode section from the famous amethyst mines near Artigas, Uruguay. Part of the "rind" has been polished to reveal the underlying mineral layers, along with some of the stalactitic formations. This geode has it all- large calcite crystals, tiny black goethite crystals, a small pink amethyst pocket, and a 180 degree scope of visual interest. A specimen that belongs in any collection.

The included custom metal display stand makes for a very aesthetic display.

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.
Amethyst being mined in Uruguay from the hard volcanic rock.

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DETAILS
SPECIES
Quartz var. Amethyst & Calcite
LOCATION
Artigas, Uruguay
SIZE
10.9" tall, 6.2" wide, 16.1" tall on stand
ITEM
#209143