Milky Amethyst 39.348ct

Milky amethyst 39.348ct.

22.86×23.02×13.31mm

Brazilian

Fancy cushion

Piacchan's work

EGL117614

★★★★★

This Brazilian amethyst has a beautiful, sharp orange sparkle amidst a fantastical gem that appears shrouded in mist.
Brazilian amethyst was first brought to Europe in 1727.
It quickly became popular and expensive.
It was especially popular in 18th century France and England, where many wealthy families invested large sums in amethyst.
For example, Queen Charlotte of England, wife of George III, reportedly bought an amethyst necklace for a very high price.
The main sources of Brazilian amethyst are Minas Gerais, Bahia, and Malabar.
Stunning amethysts have also been found in neighboring Uruguay.

Characteristics of Amethyst
Origin: Brazil, Kenya, Madagascar, Uruguay, Zambia
Color Pinkish purple to purple
Attribute: Quartz
Hardness 7
Refractive index: 1.544 - 1.553
Specific Gravity: 2.66
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