Natural Amethyst Gemstone - 3 Carat/3.33 Ratti, Light Pinkish Violet Color | Natural Stone, Semi-precious, 7 Hardness Rating

Our organization is well recognized and identified as a major manufacturer, exporter and supplier a substantial selection of Natural Amethyst Gemstone in Delhi, Delhi, India. Amethyst has been one of the most precious and valuable stones for centuries. Amethyst belongs to the macrocrystallinebranch of quartz and owes its violet/purple color to iron and aluminum impurities. It is also considered as the birthstone for Pisces and the month of February, and the gemstone for the 6th anniversary of marriage. This semi-precious stone is included in royal collections all over the world, from ancient Egypt to the British crown jewels. . The name comes from an ancient Greek word and it is believed that the stone protected its owner from drunkenness.

Amethyst Deposits
The best varieties of amethyst are found in Siberia, Sri Lanka, Brazil and the far-East. Other significant amethyst deposits arelocated in Bolivia, Canada, India, Madagascar, Mexico, Myanmar (Burma),Namibia, Russia, United States (Arizona), Uruguay and Zambia.

Amethyst Hue
Amethyst occurs in primary hues from a light pinkish violet to a deep purple. Amethyst may exhibit one or both secondary hues, red and blue.
Deep rich purple colors are considered as the the most valuable . Amethysts are graded, with the best-quality, darkest specimens called Siberian, mid quality stones are Uruguayan and lesser quality specimens are Bahain. Pale stones are called Rose of France.Ac Amethysts have a hardness rating of 7.