Cactus Amethyst

Item Description

An aesthetic and beautiful CABINET amethyst specimen. Gorgeous, glassy, translucent to transparent, purple crystals of amethyst to 7.5 cm proudly stand side by side. The crystals really sparkle and are called "cactus quartz" for their form. The terminations are isolated, while the bodies have a prickly, "cactus" look with an overgrowth of smaller crystals. This is the true source for the amethystine quartz crystals (aka "cactus quartz" and "spirit quartz") erroneously marketed as being from the Magaliesberg Range. A lovely three-sided example with great color and the iron oxide inclusions are a very nice accent. The large "cactus" is slightly bent! Complete all-around and in great shape. The presentation views are pristine. Contacting on the back is out of sight. This is one of the better pieces from the lot. Valued at $300-400.