Amethyst Kite Faceted Gemstones, AAA-Grade

Featuring a striking kite shape, this amethyst is a great choice for your custom designs. Set a single gemstone in a simple ring, match it with gems of similar or complementary colors, or use a pair to make earrings. This gemstone shows the superior cut, clarity and active scintillation required to be classified as a top-quality AAA-grade gemstone. Amethyst is the birthstone for February. Amethyst is the best known and most valuable form of quartz. The color of natural amethyst is caused by iron or manganese compound impurities in the mineral and can range from a watercolor pale pink to a dark, almost opaque, purple. Named for the Greek word for “sober,” amethyst was believed to remedy drunkenness. As a crystal, amethyst is credited with relieving stress and promoting peace of mind. A revival from the 1920s, the kite cut features four sides and a large table that enhances the brilliance of the gemstone.

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Gemstone type: Amethyst
Stone shape: Kite
Stone size: 9 x 7mm, 10 x 8mm
Stone type: Natural
Color: Purple
Birthstone: February
Enhancement: Heat-treated (H)
Grade: AAA
Mohs hardness: 7
Clarity: Eye-clean
Refractive index: 1.544–1.553
Specific gravity: 2.6–2.7
Brand: AGTA
Mineral source: BRAZIL
Cutting center: India