{"product_id":"polished-amethyst-display-slab-ref-0190","title":"Polished Amethyst Display Slab Ref: 0190","description":"\u003cp\u003eAmethyst is a vibrant purple variety of quartz highly prized for its clarity and colour. As the traditional February birthstone and symbol for the 6th and 17th wedding anniversaries, this durable gem sits at 7 on the Mohs hardness scale, making it a popular choice for all types of jewellery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Gemmological Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMineral Family:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quartz (SiO₂)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light lavender to deep, royal purple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour Cause:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trace amounts of iron impurities reacting to natural irradiation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extensively mined in Brazil, Uruguay, and Sri Lanka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Lore\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEtymology:\u003c\/strong\u003e The name comes from the Greek word \u003cem\u003eamethystos\u003c\/em\u003e, meaning \"not intoxicated\". Ancient Greeks and Romans believed wearing the stone or drinking from amethyst goblets would prevent drunkenness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoyal Status:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prior to the discovery of massive Brazilian deposits in the 19th century, amethyst was incredibly rare and valued as highly as diamonds or rubies. It was frequently used in royal and religious jewellery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e At a 7 on the Mohs scale, it is fairly scratch-resistant but can be scratched by household dust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prolonged, direct exposure to harsh sunlight can cause the colour to fade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCleaning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Safe to clean with warm, soapy water and a soft brush.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRef: 0190 (For my use only)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KiwiRocks And Gems From Kiwi Country","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48413345153216,"sku":"0190","price":80.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/6003\/4240\/files\/P_20260604_225437.jpg?v=1781438944","url":"https:\/\/kiwi-collects.myshopify.com\/products\/polished-amethyst-display-slab-ref-0190","provider":"KiwiRocks And Gems From Kiwi Country","version":"1.0","type":"link"}