About Amethyst
A violet variety of quartz, cherished for its purple hues and association with spiritual insight, calmness, and intuition. It's a popular protective stone linked to higher chakras.
Primary Hues
Purple, Violet, Lavender
Geological & Scientific Details
Amethyst is classified as a tectosilicates, quartz variety mineral which typically crystallizes in the trigonal system. Its chemical formula is Silica (silicon dioxide, SiO2). Common crystal habits include 6 sided prism ending in 6 sided pyramid (typical).
Key Geological Properties:
- Mineral Category: Tectosilicates, quartz variety
- Chemical Formula: Silica (silicon dioxide, SiO2)
- Crystal System: Trigonal
- Predominant Geological Color: Purple, violet, dark purple
- Crystal Habit: 6 sided prism ending in 6 sided pyramid (typical)
- Twinning: Dauphine law, Brazil law, and Japan law
- Cleavage: None
- Luster: Vitreous/glassy
- Streak: White
- Diaphaneity: Transparent to translucent