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14.28 Ct. Amethyst from Brazil
Item ID: | K5168 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 17.98 Width: 12.74 Height: 8.13 |
Weight: | 14.28 Ct. |
Color: help | Purple |
Color intensity: help | Vivid |
Clarity: help | Very Slightly Included |
Shape: help | Oval |
Cut: | Cabochon |
Enhancements: help | Heat Treated |
Origin: help | Brazil |
Per carat price: help | $6 |
This beautiful amethyst is a 14.28 carat oval-shaped gem with a mesmerizing translucence. Its dimensions are 17.98 x 12.74 x 8.13 mm. The enchanting purple amethyst has a cabochon cut, bringing a smooth, domed finish to its surface. With a clarity grade of very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, this amethyst boasts a vivacious color intensity that can captivate the eye and imagination. The gemstone's excellent polish allows light to dance across its glossy surface, enhancing the visual appeal.
Amethysts are primarily found in Brazil, where they form deep within the Earth. Brazil’s geologic composition, rich in volcanic and metamorphic activity, provides an ideal environment for amethyst formation. The journey of an amethyst begins when heated water rich in minerals moves through rock formations and leaves behind crystalline deposits. These deposits, over time and under great pressure, transform into the stunning amethysts we cherish today. Once extracted, skilled artisans carefully cut and polish each stone to reveal its deepest beauty, as demonstrated by this exquisite specimen.
Touching this amethyst is a sensory experience unlike any other. As your fingers glide over its smooth, curved surface, you'll notice the gem’s cool temperature, a calming contrast against your skin. The sensation is one of pure luxury, like silk but with the firmness of a rich terrestrial history. Visually, the depth of its purple tones resonates with clarity and profound elegance. The color seems to ebb and flow within the stone, like a universe captured within a gem, with each view offering a new glimpse into its vibrant essence. This stone is not only a testament to nature’s wonder but also a symbol of refinement brought forth through careful craftsmanship.