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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. 35872
Mineral:Quartz var. Amethyst
Locality:Piedra Parada, near Las Vigas, Tatatila, Veracruz, Mexico
Description:Transparent purple amethyst quartz crystal with lustrous crystal surfaces and a three-faced termination. The purple color is deeper near the base, the upper portion is internally flawless. Edge chipping is visible under magnification.
Overall Size:39x15x12 mm
Crystals:39 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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