Natural Amethyst (Brazil) 5.5-11mm faceted beads (ETB00797) handmade jewelry

Natural Amethyst (Brazil) 5.5-11mm faceted beads (ETB00797) handmade jewelryAmethyst from Brazil Amethyst is a violet variety of quartz often used in jewelry. The name comes from the Ancient Greek a ("not") and methustos ("intoxicated"), a reference to the belief that the stone protected its owner from drunkenness. The ancient Greeks and Romans wore amethyst and made drinking vessels of it in the belief that it would prevent intoxication. It is one of several forms of quartz. Amethyst is the traditional birthstone for

The inhibition of atomic diffusion through this highly viscous and polymerized lava explains the lack of crystal growth

5 x 17 x 2

The fibrous structure in pietersite has been folded

Citrine (pron

5 x 5 - 10

Gem quality labradorite is known as Spectralite

Smallest : 17 x 22

5 x 29 x 10 mm

and a path to wisdom

5 - 14x17x9

Fossilised Bryozoan Coral - one of the most amazing coral fossils

5 x 35 x 8 mm