Amethyst slice, triangular drusy rind — Brazil, 230 g

Description

This is a triangular drusy Amethyst slice showing a darker purple core that grades to lighter edges with a pale, whitish outer rind. The drusy surface is composed of many small crystal points and the piece is presented mounted on a clear stand. The slice measures 13 × 6.5 × 1.5 cm and weighs 230 g. Origin is Brazil. Amethyst is the purple variety of quartz (SiO2) and commonly forms drusy surfaces and crystal-lined slices in cavity-filling settings; Brazilian material is frequently encountered in the trade. This contextual note is general background and does not alter the specific facts above.