Lot 665
Significant and Aesthetic Amethyst Group. From Amatitlan, Mun. de Zumpango del Rio, Guerrero, Mexico
This dramatic and artistic amethyst makes its presence known by its contrasting violet hues and striking crystal array. It is a delightful extravagance in violet. The Greek historian Hieronymus reported that eagles placed an amethyst in their nest in order to protect their young from danger.
The larger elongated crystals tend to be a bit fat around the middle area and taper to typical quartz terminations. The hues are very dark and rich in the core and the termination. Amethyst is the violet to purple coloration and the most important gem variety of quartz. The purple color is caused by iron impurities.
There are hundreds of localities for amethyst around the world but the size and perfection of specimens from Guerrero are highly prized. And this specimen is one of the largest amethyst groups recovered from Guerrero. It was housed in a private collection for many years.
Measures 28 x 15.5 cm.
Size inches: 11 x 6 in.
Estimated Value $33,000 - 35,000.
A Bruce/Leicht Mineral.
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