Amethyst, Strang Tumble 12 x 15mm

Length approx. 40 cm

Stone size between 8 x 9mm and 12 x 15mm slightly running.


The amethyst is the violet variety of crystalline quartz. The violet colour is caused by iron intercalation. This beautiful gemstone got its name from the Greek "amethystos" (not drunk), as it was generally said to protect against drunkenness.


The occurrences of amethyst are worldwide, known are the often impressively large amethyst druses from Brazil. Most of the amethysts for jewellery production also come from Brazil. The violet colour is caused by the incorporation of iron.