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Quartz var. Amethyst from Achill Island, County Mayo, Ireland

 
Quartz var. Amethyst from Achill Island, County Mayo, Ireland

Quartz var. Amethyst from Achill Island, County Mayo, Ireland

DESCRIPTION:No. 33275
Mineral:Quartz var. Amethyst
Locality:Achill Island, County Mayo, Ireland
Description:Smoky crystal of pale purple amethyst quartz perched on colorless quartz. Though the crystal is chipped on the edges, the uniqueness of this specimen makes it noteworthy.
Overall Size:6x6x4.5 cm
Crystals:3 cm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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