ABOUT AMETHYST: Amethyst is of the purple variety of quartz and is part of the hexagonal crystal system. This semiprecious stone gains its colour from iron and aluminium impurities within the underlying quartz structure. Ranging in shades of purple, amethyst can occur in pale lilac, lavender, deep violet, rich reddish-purple, and pale red-violet (pink amethyst) with a shiny vitreous lustre.
NATURAL ORIGIN: Uruguay.
HANDLING AND CARE: Amethyst ranks at 7 on the Mohs Scale of Hardness. Avoid prolonged exposure to intense light or strong heat. Clean regularly to prevent buildup of dirt and dust. It is safe to clean amethyst with mild soapy, lukewarm tap/lake water using a soft brush. Dry with a soft cloth. Do not steam clean.
PLEASE NOTE: Some crystals may have sharp edges. Please handle with care.
NATURALLY UNIQUE: All Venus in Scorpio crystals are natural formations and may vary in colour, structure, and size from the website product imagery. All crystals are individually selected to suit the earthy-rustic aesthetic of Venus in Scorpio Trading Co. Please allow for impurities and imperfections as our crystal offerings are 100% raw, meaning they are completely natural and untreated (with the exception of those that are hollowed out for candles, selenite that has been cut into tower formations and citrine that gains its colour from heat treatment). Please contact us prior to purchase if you are in search of something specific.