Amethyst Cushion Sugarloaf Cabochon

Featuring an intriguing style, this amethyst sugarloaf cabochon offers a square shape with rounded, pyramid-like sides. The concave edges of this gemstone form cleaner facets and provide a heavier look to the gem. One of the most popular gemstones for jewelry, amethyst has an eye-catching deep purple color that stands well on its own and pairs beautifully with a range of other gems in various hues. This amethyst sugarloaf cabochon is a great choice to use in earrings or in larger complex designs. 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.

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Gemstone type: Amethyst
Stone shape: Square
Stone size: 5mm, 6mm
Stone type: Natural
Color: Medium Purple
Enhancement: None (N)
Mohs hardness: 7
Refractive index: 1.544–1.553
Specific gravity: 2.65
Mineral source: BRAZIL
Cutting center: Thailand