Aura Amethyst Druzy Cutbase

Amethyst is the purple variety of quartz, and has been a sought after stone for many years. The ancient Greeks and Romans held a strong belief that Amethyst could prevent intoxication, and therefore made jewelry and chalices with that intention. Amethyst is most prevalent as small, stubby pyramidal crystals, although several localities are well-known for producing elegantly tall, prismatic crystals, which are very highly regarded by collectors. Amethyst also forms the internal lining of geodes, some of which can be over 10 feet tall and weigh several tons.

Amethyst is a semiprecious stone and the traditional birthstone for February. The colors found in amethyst range from light lavender to deep purple. Often the color is most intense at the crystal termination, with lighter colors being visible at the base. It owes its color to irradiation and inclusions of iron and other elements.

Aura crystals are natural quartz that are permanently bonded with a metallic vapor, usually titanium. The crystals change and give off the different colors as light reflects off of them.