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Quartz var. Amethyst from Piedra Parada, near Las Vigas, Tatatila, Veracruz, Mexico

 
Quartz var. Amethyst from Piedra Parada, near Las Vigas, Tatatila, Veracruz, Mexico

DESCRIPTION:No. 24865
Mineral:Quartz var. Amethyst
Locality:Piedra Parada, near Las Vigas, Tatatila, Veracruz, Mexico
Description:Doubly-terminated crystals of purple amethyst. Excellent transparency and luster. Color is even throughout - medium purple. Several imperfections on the back side where it was attached to matrix. Ex. Phillip Greybill (1935-2018) collection
Overall Size:35x17x11 mm
Crystals:19-35 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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