Cut in an original design called Ornament 2019 for our Christmas tree prior to offering it for sale. Big, beautiful, flawless stone.
SKU: C236
Bolivian Amethyst
35.54 carats
$1,700.00
Out of stock
Carats | 35.54 |
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Clarity | |
Color Specification | |
Color | Purple |
Cut | |
Dimensions (mm) | 34.9 x 16.8 x 12.0 |
Origin | |
Overall Quality | |
Stone Shape | Freeform |
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.