Exceptional Black Amethyst!  This piece boasts an intense, jet-black color accented by brilliant sparkle. Expertly polished edges and a precision cut allow this piece to stand perfectly on its own, an exquisite addition to any fine mineral collection.  Be sure to check the video for a closer look!
 
As with all of our minerals, no two pieces are alike, offering a truly one-of-a-kind gift for mineral collectors, Minecraft fans, geologists, and rockhounds alike. 
 
From Artigas, Uruguay.  Included with purchase is a miniature certificate which lists the mineral name and locality (a label).
 
Black Amethyst
Black Amethyst is a black variety of amethyst/quartz that periodically occurs in deposits of Brazil and Uruguay. 
 
Amethyst
Amethyst is a purple variety of quartz, and probably the most recognizable and commonly collected mineral on earth.  Most amethyst comes from the prolific amethyst mines in Brazil, but can also be found in many other countries such as Mexico, China, Uruguay, USA, Turkey Canada, India, Zimbabwe, and more.   The color comes from iron impurities and natural radiation.  It can come in a wide variety of shades of purple, and can also occur with other associated minerals, notably calcite.  The incredible calcite and amethyst combos from Uruguay are, in our opinion, some of the most incredible mineral specimens to collect and treasure.