Raw Purple Amethyst Rough Parcel
Specifications
| Gemstone | Amethyst (Quartz) |
| Colour | Purple |
| Form | Natural rough, uncut |
| Total Parcel Weight | 91.95 grams |
| Size Range | 3.7 to 14.6 grams per stone |
| Hardness | 7 on the Mohs scale |
| Birthstone | February |
| SKU | RPAMT001 |
About Amethyst
Amethyst is the purple variety of quartz, coloured by iron impurities together with natural irradiation. Tone ranges from pale lilac to deep, almost inky violet. Historically it was as valued as ruby and emerald until large South American deposits made it widely available. You can read more via gemmological reference, mineral data.
Amethyst lines cavities in volcanic rock, forming the geodes that can stand taller than a person in parts of Brazil and Uruguay. Crystals grow inward from the cavity wall, which is why colour is often concentrated at the crystal tips.
Why You Will Love This Parcel
💎 Varied Material
Inspect each piece carefully under good lighting to plan your cuts and make the most of the colour zones found throughout the quartz.
✨ Lapidary Potential
The hardness of this material makes it suitable for standard cabochon cutting machines using appropriate water feeds and diamond grinding wheels.
🔷 Wire Wrapping
Select the most attractively shaped rough pieces directly from this parcel for organic wire wrap pendants and unique mounting projects.
📦 Exactly What Is Pictured
The photographs and video show this parcel. You receive the parcel pictured, not a lookalike.
Popular Uses
Amethyst is used in every category of jewellery and is a favourite for larger statement cuts because clean material is available in size. It is the February birthstone and the traditional sixth anniversary gift. Rough of this kind is bought by cutters, wire wrappers and collectors rather than set as it is.
Ideal For
- Lapidary hobbyists stocking their workbench
- Wire wrap artists creating organic pendants
- Jewellery makers designing custom February birthstone pieces
- Mineral collectors expanding their rough study sets
More From Gemystic
Browse the rest of our rough gemstones, see more amethyst, or view the full catalogue. Everything we list is weighed, measured and photographed individually before it goes online.
Care Instructions
- Clean these stones using warm soapy water and a soft cloth.
- Store individual rough pieces separately to prevent them from scratching each other.
- Avoid harsh household chemicals and abrupt temperature changes.
- Avoid ultrasonic cleaners unless a gemmologist has checked the stone first.
Buying From Gemystic
✅ 100% natural, nothing hidden
We do not deal in synthetic or laboratory-grown material. Every piece is photographed to show its real detail, including the inclusions and marks a seller might prefer to leave out of shot.
📮 Delivery arranged with you directly
As soon as your order is placed we contact you to arrange delivery, so nothing about the shipment is a surprise.
↩️ 7-day returns
Returns are accepted within 7 days, counted from the day the item reaches you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly do I receive in this parcel?
You receive the whole lot pictured: 91.95 grams of natural Purple Amethyst rough, with individual stones between 3.7 to 14.6 grams. The parcel is not split and the stones are not sold separately.
How should I orient these rough pieces for cutting?
Look for the deepest concentrations of purple colour within each piece and align your intended dome parallel to those zones. Inspect the interior for natural fractures to ensure you work around any internal stress points before shaping.
Is quartz hard enough for everyday jewellery?
Quartz holds up well to normal wear in pendants, earrings, and brooches. Rings crafted from this material benefit from protective settings like bezels to guard against hard knocks.
What tools do I need to work this rough?
Standard lapidary equipment outfitted with diamond abrasive wheels will shape the material effectively. Always use adequate water lubrication to keep the stones cool and suppress dust during grinding.
Can beginners work with this parcel?
This lot suits both experienced lapidaries and beginners learning the basics of cabochon cutting. The predictable cleavage and good durability of quartz make it an forgiving material for practice.
How long does delivery take, and can I return it?
We contact you directly as soon as your order is placed to arrange delivery, so you always know where the parcel is. Returns are accepted within 7 days of the date you receive the item.
Are your stones natural, or are any of them synthetic?
Everything we sell is 100% natural. We do not deal in synthetic or laboratory-grown material, and we do not hide anything about a piece: the photographs are shot to show every detail, including the ones a seller might prefer you did not see.
Are the stones in the photographs the ones I will be sent?
Yes. Every parcel is weighed and photographed as a group before it is listed, and once it sells the listing comes down.
Take the Whole Amethyst Parcel
This is a single lot of 91.95 grams. When it sells the listing closes, because there is only one parcel. See the full collection.
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