{"product_id":"amethyst-druzy-butterfly-carving","title":"Amethyst Druzy Butterfly Carving","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a small, carved Amethyst druzy specimen shaped into a butterfly. It features a dense cluster of natural crystal points across the wings, with a gradient of soft lavender to deeper violet tones and a visible quartz matrix backing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey Features\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Natural amethyst (variety of Quartz)\u003cbr\u003eFormation: Druzy crystal growth over a quartz matrix\u003cbr\u003eColor: Light to mid-purple with subtle zoning\u003cbr\u003eCrystal Habit: Small, well-formed terminations with reflective faces\u003cbr\u003eFinish: Polished\/cut base for freestanding display\u003cbr\u003eShape: Butterfly carving (lapidary-shaped)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApprox. Size: 6.6 × 4.6cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 66 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmethyst forms when silica-rich fluids crystallise within cavities in volcanic rock. Over time, layers of quartz develop, with trace iron impurities giving rise to the characteristic purple coloration when exposed to natural radiation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe druzy surface on this piece is composed of many small, euhedral crystals. These tightly packed terminations increase light reflection, producing the natural sparkle visible across the wings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMineral: Quartz\u003cbr\u003eFormula: SiO₂\u003cbr\u003eColour: Pale lilac → deep purple\u003cbr\u003eCause of Colour: Iron + natural irradiation\u003cbr\u003eLustre: Vitreous (glassy)\u003cbr\u003eTransparency: Transparent → translucent\u003cbr\u003eStreak: White\u003cbr\u003eHardness: 7 (Mohs)\u003cbr\u003eFracture: Conchoidal\u003cbr\u003eCleavage: None\u003cbr\u003eDensity: ~2.65\u003cbr\u003eCrystal System: Trigonal\u003cbr\u003eHabit: Hexagonal prisms\u003cbr\u003eFormation: Volcanic cavities (geodes)\u003cbr\u003eCommon Locations: Brazil, Uruguay, Zambia\u003cbr\u003eOptical:\u003cbr\u003eRefractive Index: ~1.54–1.55\u003cbr\u003eWeak pleochroism\u003cbr\u003eExtras:\u003cbr\u003eMay fade or turn yellow when heated\u003cbr\u003eOften shows colour zoning or banding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural crystal surface with minor inclusions typical of formation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome variation in crystal size and edge texture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut base allows stable upright display\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo visible dyeing or artificial enhancement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare Instructions\u003cbr\u003eHandle gently to avoid damaging crystal points\u003cbr\u003eClean using a soft brush or compressed air\u003cbr\u003eAvoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight to help preserve colour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal Ballerz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53657388581205,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1039\/9295\/1125\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_816e9f26-288e-4ebb-92d6-db438bc1a569.jpg?v=1776347520","url":"https:\/\/crystalballerz.co.uk\/products\/amethyst-druzy-butterfly-carving","provider":"Crystal Ballerz","version":"1.0","type":"link"}