Polished
A polished Amethyst, cut in a round shape, the most popular cut.
Raw
Rough Amethyst is found mainly in Russia and Siberia.
Texture
Amethyst grows in a Hexagonal Crystal System.
Amethyst, name derived from the Greek word Amethustos, meaning sober, is associted with the 11th Zodiac sign Aquarius, the water bearer. This stone is known for being worn by royalty and high church officials for its rich purple color, symbolizing power. It was believed that is someone drank from a goblet made entierly of amethyst they would not get drunk at all.
A polished Amethyst, cut in a round shape, the most popular cut.
Rough Amethyst is found mainly in Russia and Siberia.
Amethyst grows in a Hexagonal Crystal System.