Deep purple amethyst from Rwanda, Africa.
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SKU: C309
Amethyst
57.37 carats
$2,200.00 $2,000.00
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Carats | 57.37 |
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Clarity | |
Color | Purple |
Origin | |
Stone Shape | Heptagon |
Treatments | None |
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Amethyst was as expensive as ruby and emerald until the 19th Century, when Brazil’s large deposits were discovered.
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It was believed to prevent intoxication—amethystos means “not drunk” in ancient Greek.
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Single amethyst crystals can be huge: the GIA Museum displayed a doubly terminated crystal that weighed 164 pounds.
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Amethyst is the official gemstone of the province of Ontario, Canada.
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Amethyst rings are traditionally worn by Bishops; some believe that amethyst brings good luck to petitioners.