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  1. Amethyst Crystal - Quartz

    Amethyst is one of the most common--and popular!--gemstone materials. This variety of quartz ranges in color from deep purple to pale lavender depending on the presence of manganese and iron. These amethyst crytals were found at the PC Mine in Jefferson County Montana. Amethyst helps balance metabolism and positively serves the endocrine system, the body finds its inner harmony.

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    Amethyst Crystal
  2. Amethysts - Quartz

    Amethysts forms in long, prismatic crystals in geodes or hollow rocks. These geodes form when there are cavities in volcanic rock. As the rock cools, the mineral-saturated water, gases and volcanic material distil and crystallize. When these crystals harden, they form amethyst. Although generally more of a deeper purple, the stone can also have a reddish-purple tinge, or a very pale purple tinge that fades into a lilac. Amethyst is the most popul...

    Record Type: Object

    Amethyst Crystal

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