Amethyst Short Points - lot of 6

This listing is for 6 short Amethyst points. Each lot will vary in exact shape and color saturation however they will look very similar to the ones futured in the photos. Each piece is roughly 1.5/1.8 inches in across and about 1 to 1.8 inches in height. This material is from Brazil and shipped from our US Warehouse! How does Amethyst get its color? Amethyst gets its signature purple color from a combination of trace elements and natural radiation during its formation. 💜 The Science Behind the Color Amethyst is a variety of quartz, and its color comes from: Trace amounts of iron (Fe) within the crystal Natural radiation exposure from surrounding rocks in the earth When quartz containing iron is exposed to radiation over long periods, it causes changes in the crystal structure. This creates what are called “color centers,” which absorb certain wavelengths of light and produce the purple hue we see. 🎨 Why the Color Varies Not all amethyst looks the same because: More iron + optimal radiation → deeper purple Less iron or uneven exposure → lighter lavender tones Heat or natural conditions can shift color zoning within the crystal This is why you often see banding or gradients from deep violet to pale lilac in a single piece. ✨ Simple Faire-Friendly Explanation Amethyst gets its purple color from trace amounts of iron within the quartz that have been naturally altered by radiation over time, creating its signature violet hues. A perfect mix of chemistry + geology + time 💎