Amethyst 8mm Round Rose-Cut Cabochon

This round amethyst cabochon features a rich, even saturation of color and a stylish rose cut that emphasizes its cool purple hue. The color, hardness and versatility make amethyst one of the most popular gemstones in jewelry design; the rose cut makes this gem ideal for vintage-style pieces. Amethyst is the birthstone for February. Amethyst is the best known and most valuable form of quartz. The light-to-dark purple 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. A favorite of yesteryear, this rose-cut faceting features a flat base (no pavilion) and a crown made up of triangular facets.

• Gemstone Type: Amethyst
• Stone Shape: Round
• Stone Size: 8mm
• Stone Type: Natural
• Color: Purple
• Birthstone: February
• Enhancement: Heat-treated (H)
• Mohs Hardness: 7
• Refractive Index: 1.544–1.553
• Specific Gravity: 2.65
• Brand: AGTA
• Mineral Source: BRAZIL
• Weight: 0.000 kg