mineral
Chevron Amethyst
Quartz (Silicon Dioxide, SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, featuring distinct V-shaped bands of purple and white quartz with a vitreous luster and trigonal crystal system.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, featuring distinct V-shaped bands of purple and white quartz with a vitreous luster and trigonal crystal system.
Formation & geological history
Formed in hydrothermal veins and cavities within volcanic rocks as silica-rich solutions cool and crystallize over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in jewelry, ornamental carvings, and crystal healing practices.
Geological facts
Chevron amethyst combines the properties of amethyst and white quartz, creating a powerful synergistic stone often called dog-tooth amethyst.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its characteristic zigzag or chevron banding patterns; commonly sourced from Brazil, Madagascar, and South Africa.
