Amethyst - sceptered crystal
stock #21.1-219
Piedra Parada, Las Vigas
Veracruz,
Mexico
4.7 x 3.2 x 2.2 CM (miniature)
price: $160
New Year 22
A small, well-composed specimen of Amethyst perched on a contrasting matrix with a druse of greenish Epidote. From the prolific finds at Piedra Parada, the Amethyst is distinctly sceptered and in perfect condition. These Amethyst when they are perfect like this are one of the best current values in minerals. We hope the locality can continue to produce for a long while.
A super small cabinet specimen of a very sharp single Amethyst crystal on contrasting matrix. From the Veracruz finds at Piedra Parada which have been a fantastic source of beautiful yet affordable Amethyst. In perfect condition, the Amethyst is a deeper purple at the base and is lighter in color at the termination. It is also doubly terminated (part of the lower termination is in the matrix) and a small extension at the lower termination makes this technically a scepter though it is not obvious. The Amethyst is firmly attached to the matrix but only at a tiny point. It is clear from this why so few larger crystals in this area are still on matrix. The matrix is a drusy quartz with a yellow to greenish hue. The rich color and sparkle are hard to capture but they are better in person.
Amethyst - scepter
stock #AX7-210-(635)
Piedra Parada, Las Vigas
Veracruz,
Mexico
6 x 2.3 x 2.1 CM (cabinet)
price: $260
new year 2021
A fine, sharp and richly colored scepter from the great discoveries at Piedra Parada in Veracruz. This piece was in the Larry White Collection and retains his handmade wooden base. The termination has some skeletal or hoppered faces and some smooth faces. From most angles this looks perfect by naked eye but magnification shows some very small chips. Despite that this is far better condition and form than is typical for the locality.
Amethyst
stock #7.AE-267
Piedra Parada, Las Vigas
Veracruz,
Mexico
7.8 x 4 x 3.1 CM (cabinet)
price: $450
new year 2021
A sizable, slightly bulging Amethyst crystal on matrix from Veracruz. The habit looks very much like Namibian Quartz but this is from the famed finds at Las Vigas, and is a bit unusual for the locale. In fine condition, no damage at all and filled with internal bubbles, the termination is transparent and slightly zoned. An older specimen that is unlike any of the recent finds and displays very well, better in person.
Amethyst
stock #AX-24-388
Piedra Parada, Las Vigas
Veracruz,
Mexico
6.7 x 4.2 x 3.4 CM (cabinet)
price: $440
new year 2021
Lots of good Amethyst has been found from time to time over the past decades in Vera Cruz, Mexico. This piece is far better than most of this size with the most desirable white matrix and perfectly zoned crystals. In undamaged condition, the specimen is much better in person, the glassy faces and color are hard to capture in photos. We selected this piece and a few others from the finds of 2016 when they first arrived in the USA.
Amethyst
stock #17.1-102
Piedra Parada, Las Vigas
Veracruz,
Mexico
6.7 x 3.9 x 4.2 CM (cabinet)
price: $460
Spring 2017
From the new (late 2016 early 2017) finds at Las Vigas, a gem clear, incredibly perfect and sharp cluster of Amethyst. Competition grade, the individual crystals reach 4.8 CM and are perfectly transparent, a few internal bubbles are also seen. This classic area has recently produced some superb specimens. This is that rare specimen perfect, undamaged and complete- no issues at all. Far better in person.
Amethyst
stock #AX-2-055
Piedra Parada, Las Vigas
Veracruz,
Mexico
8.8 x 4.6 x 5.3 CM (cabinet)
price: $420
Fall 2015
Gem clear, sharp zoned Amethyst crystals in a cluster on a thin matrix sits well for display. A modern classic locale, this is an older specimen of 1970's vintage with a little different look than later finds. Excellent deep purple tips and in fine condition. Veracruz Amethysts are some of the most attractive yet affordable Quartz on the market today. Choice.
Amethyst
stock #8.AE-683
Piedra Parada, Las Vigas
Veracruz,
Mexico
11.4 x 6.1 CM (cabinet)
price: $450
A very showy and rich plate covered with fine Quartz with deep gemmy purple tips. Super luster and no damage except on the periphery which is not visible at all from normal display angles. Individual crystals reach 3.8 CM and the quality is excellent for the locality.
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