Amethyst, 6 mm faceted bead strand

Amethyst deposits are found worldwide, and the often impressively large amethyst geodes from Brazil are well known. Most amethysts used in jewelry also come from Brazil. The violet color is caused by the inclusion of iron.2

Length approx. 40 cm
Diameter: 6 mm

Amethyst is the violet variety of crystalline quartz. This beautiful gemstone gets its name from the Greek "amethystos" (not drunk), as it was believed to protect against drunkenness.
Amethyst deposits are found worldwide, and the often impressively large amethyst geodes from Brazil are well known. Most amethysts used in jewelry also come from Brazil. The violet color is due to the inclusion of iron.