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Ametrine
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Ametrine, also known as trystine or by its trade name as bolivianite,
is a naturally occurring variety of quartz. It
is a mixture of amethyst and citrine with zones of purple and yellow or
orange. Almost all commercially available ametrine is mined in Bolivia,
although there are deposits being exploited in Brazil and
India.
Family:
Amazing Ametrine belongs to the Quartz family of gemstones Ametrine is a magnificent mixture of Amethyst and Citrine
Country Location:
Ametrine has the unique quality of only being located in one source - A mine in the Bolivian Jungle known as the Anahi Min
Rock Type:
Ametrine can be found in dolomite limestone veins which range in size from 4cm-12cm
Hardness:
Ametrine’s hardness measures at 7- the same hardness as Amethyst and Citrine
Popular Cuts:
Ametrine is mostly found using the Step Cut. The Step cut is preferred as it enables the cutter to capture both the purple and golden yellows hues of Ametrine. This cut also accentuates its brilliance
Colour:
Ametrine adopts a fascinating optical property called colour zoning. Colour-zoning in Ametrine is between deep purple and golden yellow- these colours appear unevenly and in irregular patches
Lustre:
Ametrine’s lustre is Vitreous (glass like appearance)
Folklore:
Ametrine has a special spiritual folklore history It combines the dynamic healing properties of Amethyst and the creative properties of Citrine. Those spiritualists use Ametrine to cleanse, harmonize inner organs and encourage great optimism
Birthstone:
Ametrine is the alternative birthstone for October
