mineral

Chevron Amethyst

Silicon Dioxide (SiO2) with trace Iron impurities

Hardness: 7 (Mohs scale); Color: Purple, lavender, and white bands; Luster: Vitreous/Glassy; Crystal Structure: Trigonal; Cleavage: None/Conchoidal fracture; Specific Gravity: 2.65

Hardness: 7 (Mohs scale)
Color: Purple, lavender, and white bands
Luster: Vitreous/Glassy

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Physical properties

Hardness: 7 (Mohs scale); Color: Purple, lavender, and white bands; Luster: Vitreous/Glassy; Crystal Structure: Trigonal; Cleavage: None/Conchoidal fracture; Specific Gravity: 2.65

Formation & geological history

Formed in hydrothermal veins or volcanic cavities where cooling fluids allow quartz to crystallize. The purple color is caused by natural irradiation of trace iron minerals. The white bands are usually milky quartz layers.

Uses & applications

Used primarily in jewelry, lapidary arts (tumbled stones, beads), and as a popular specimen for crystal healing and metaphysical collections.

Geological facts

Also known as Dream Amethyst or Banded Amethyst, it is one of the most powerful 'third eye' stones in mineral crystal lore and is valued for its unique V-shaped layering.

Field identification & locations

Identify by its distinctive alternating 'V' or 'Chevron' patterns of purple and white. Commonly found in Brazil, Uruguay, Africa, and Russia. It can be identified in the field by its hardness (it will scratch glass and knife steel).

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