Amethyst 10mm Round - 8-Inch Dalmation with little alteration of the

with little alteration of the external shape of the original crystal

A variety of Andalusite

It contains inclusions such as copper and iron

but also for industrial purposes from watch gears and scientific instruments to sandpaper and other abrasives

With the possible exception of the horizon meeting the bright blue sky on a perfect summer day

Amethyst 10mm Round - 8-Inch Dalmation with little alteration of theAmethyst is a beautiful purple stone, known as a Gem of Fire by ancient cultures. It has been greatly sought after throughout history and was at times valued as highly as Diamond. Today, this semi precious variety of quartz is found in many locations around the world. The presence of Manganese within the stone produces the purple hue, and variation of the amount of iron in the stone creates a color range from reddish purple to deep violet to light