A+ Amethyst Cluster with Polished Face on Metal Stand
A+ Amethyst Cluster with Polished Face on Metal Stand — Brazil
A premium Brazilian amethyst cluster presented on a sleek metal stand — display-ready from the moment it arrives. The polished face reveals a cross-section of densely packed violet crystal points at their most vivid, framed by the natural basalt matrix in which they formed. A+ grade selection means deep, saturated colour and exceptional crystal development throughout. This is a piece that commands attention on a shelf, desk, or mantle.
Physical Properties
- Mineral: Amethyst (SiO₂ — Silicon Dioxide, variety of Quartz)
- Hardness: 7 Mohs
- Crystal System: Trigonal
- Lustre: Vitreous
- Transparency: Transparent to translucent
- Colour: Deep violet to purple (A+ grade)
Geology & Formation
Brazilian amethyst forms within ancient volcanic basalt geodes, where silica-rich hydrothermal fluids infiltrate cavities and cool slowly over millions of years. Trace iron within the silica lattice, combined with natural irradiation, produces the characteristic violet colour — the deeper the hue, the higher the grade. The polished face on this specimen exposes the interior crystal growth in full, offering a window into a formation process that began long before recorded history. Brazil remains one of the world's most celebrated amethyst sources, known for large, well-formed geodes with exceptional crystal density.
Crystal Properties
- Protection — said to create a shield of spiritual light around the body and environment
- Purification — traditionally used to cleanse the energy of a space and promote calm clarity
- Intuition — associated with the third eye chakra; believed to strengthen inner wisdom and higher guidance
- Sleep & Stress — widely regarded as one of the most supportive crystals for restful sleep and anxiety relief
Specimen Details
- Weight: 1.6Kg
- Type: Cluster with polished face, presented on metal stand
- Origin: Brazil
- Grade: A+ — deep colour, exceptional
As a natural product, each specimen is unique. Colour, formation, and size will vary between pieces. The metal stand is included.