a mineral that crystallizes in the Earth's upper mantle under high pressure and temperature

even more so in a collection

heavy character when handled as a sphere or large piece

A raw-edged form of the ancient stone

This piece is hand-carved and polished

Chevron Amethyst Point Polished Crystal a mineral that crystallizes inViolet and white in alternating bandsthe crystal's growth history written across the face. Chevron amethyst forms when violet amethyst and white quartz grow together in alternating zones, building the V shaped chevron pattern visible on the flat base of this point. The violet color comes from trace iron in the quartz lattice, deepened by natural irradiation within the host rock. Mohs 7. The point is cut with a flat base so it stands independently, the