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Amethyst Geode Wings on Metal Stand - Exceptional Quality Crystals
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This is an absolutely breathtaking amethyst geode pair from Brazil. The geode has been mounted as "wings" to create a heavenly display reminiscent of angel wings. It features large, pristine, dark-purple amethyst crystals of the highest quality, with a flawless polish around the "rind" of each wing.
This incredible specimen would make for a jaw-dropping display piece that is sure to draw a crowd. Pictures truly don't do this beautiful amethyst specimen justice.
Measurements:
Average Wing Dimensions - 45.5 x 22 x 6.6"
Overall Height - 69"
Overall Width - 45.5"
Amethyst is a purple variety of quartz (SiO2) and owes its violet color to natural irradiation, iron impurities, and the presence of trace elements, which result in complex crystal lattice substitutions. It is considered a semi-precious gemstone, and just two centuries ago was considered to have a value on par with diamonds, sapphires and rubies.
Much of the world’s amethyst comes from extensive deposits in Southern Brazil that have been heavily mined for about a century. The amethyst occurs in large cavities or geodes within volcanic rocks and the coloration and crystal size can vary greatly.
Much of the world’s amethyst comes from extensive deposits in Southern Brazil that have been heavily mined for about a century. The amethyst occurs in large cavities or geodes within volcanic rocks and the coloration and crystal size can vary greatly.
SPECIES
Quartz var. Amethyst
LOCATION
Minas Gerais, Brazil
SIZE
Height on Stand: 69". Average Wing Dimensions: 45.5 x 22 x 6.6"
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ITEM
#209260