Amethyst 14 x 10mm Oval Cabochon, AAA-Grade

This AAA-grade oval amethyst cabochon is a great choice to use in earrings or in a larger complex design. One of the most popular gemstones for jewelry, AAA-grade amethyst has an eye-catching deep purple color that stands well on its own, or pairs beautifully with a range of other gemstones in various hues. 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.

• Gemstone Type: Amethyst
• Stone Shape: Oval
• Stone Size: 14 x 10mm
• Stone Type: Natural
• Color: Medium to Dark Purple
• Birthstone: February
• Enhancement: None (N)
• Grade: AAA
• Mohs Hardness: 7
• Refractive Index: 1.544–1.553
• Specific Gravity: 2.65
• Brand: AGTA
• Mineral Source: BRAZIL
• Weight: 0.000 kg