1.5 Carat Amethyst Emerald (8×6mm, Dark Purple)
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Amethyst is a purple variety of quartz and a very popular and affordable gem. Its name originates from the Greek word amethystos which means "not drunken". Ancient Greeks believed it could prevent intoxication. Amethyst is considered the most valuable of quartz gemstones.
Where to buy?
For certified gemstones, high-end gemstone jewelry, and birthstone jewelry, see Blue Nile
Gem Details
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Name:
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Amethyst |
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Mineral Class:
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Quartz |
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Shape:
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Emerald |
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Chemical Formula:
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SiO2 |
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Crystal Structure:
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Hexagonal |
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Hardness:
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7 |
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Specific Gravity
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2.65 |
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Carat weight:
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1.5 ct |
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Gram weight:
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0.3 g (0.0106 ounces) |
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Points:
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150 pts |
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Length:
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8 mm |
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Width:
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6 mm |
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Est. face-up size:
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44.64 mm² |
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Volume:
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113.21 mm³ |
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Length-to-width ratio:
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1.33 |
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Refractive Index:
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1.54 - 1.55 |
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Cleavage:
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Indiscernible |
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Luster:
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Vitreous |
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Birefringence:
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0.009 |
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Wearability:
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Very good |
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Care Instructions:
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No special or unusual care |
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Color:
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Birthstone:
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Amethyst is a birthstone for the month of February |
Popular comparisons:
- 15ct Amethyst (Emerald, Violet, 18.06 x 13.38) vs. 20ct Citrine (Cushion, Yellow, 17.41 x 17.41)
- 40ct Amethyst (Emerald, Violet, 25.06 x 18.56) vs. 1ct Emerald (Emerald, Green, 7.28 x 5.39)
- 2ct Amethyst (Emerald, Violet, 9.23 x 6.84) vs. 2ct Diamond (Emerald, White, 8.42 x 6.24)
- 23ct Amethyst (Emerald, Light Purple, 20.08 x 16.15) vs. 1ct Emerald (Emerald, Green, 7.28 x 5.39)
- 9.5ct Amethyst (Emerald, Violet, 15.51 x 11.49) vs. 4ct Diamond (Cushion, White, 9.25 x 9.25)
- 15ct Amethyst (Emerald, Violet, 18.06 x 13.38) vs. 20ct Citrine (Cushion, Light Yellow, 17.41 x 17.41)
- 1.5ct Amethyst (Emerald, Dark Violet, 8 x 6) vs. 2.62ct Sapphire (Cushion, Dark Yellowish Green, 9.08 x 7.09)
- 2ct Amethyst (Emerald, Violet, 9.23 x 6.84) vs. 2ct Amethyst (Oval, Violet, 10.94 x 7.29)
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