Cactus Amethyst

Item Description

An aesthetic and showy amethyst specimen. The gorgeous, glassy, translucent to transparent, purple 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 sculptural example with great color and the iron oxide inclusions are a very nice accent. Complete all-around and in great shape. The trivial bit of periphery wear on the front and the out-of-sight contacting on the back are not detractions. This is an excellent piece from the lot. Valued at $200-300.