{"product_id":"brecciated-indian-amethyst-polished-tower-1","title":"Brecciated Indian Amethyst Polished Tower","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis brecciated amethyst freeform features large, well-defined fragments of amethyst and quartz set within a re-cemented silica matrix. The piece displays strong structural contrast, with distinct angular sections separated by lighter quartz boundaries, creating a bold, fractured mosaic pattern across the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe polished finish enhances clarity and depth, revealing internal fracture planes, subtle translucency, and variations in colour that shift between soft lavender and deeper purple tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey Features\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMineral: Quartz (Amethyst variety)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChemical Formula: SiO₂\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFormation: Brecciated quartz (fractured and naturally re-bonded)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColour: Light to deep purple with white and grey quartz banding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransparency: Translucent with semi-transparent zones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLustre: Vitreous (glassy)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrystal System: Trigonal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMohs Hardness: 7\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish: Polished freeform\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 6 cm x 5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 139 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeological \u0026amp; Scientific Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrecciated amethyst forms when quartz and amethyst crystals are broken apart by geological stress and later cemented back together by silica-rich fluids. This process produces a solid structure composed of angular fragments, often separated by lighter quartz or chalcedony-filled boundaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this piece, the larger fragment size and clearly defined boundaries suggest fewer but more pronounced fracturing events, followed by strong silica re-cementation. The lighter lines running between sections are healed fracture zones, where new quartz has crystallised and bonded the structure together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe purple coloration is caused by trace iron within the quartz lattice, modified by natural irradiation. Variations in tone—from pale lavender to deeper purple—reflect differences in iron concentration and growth conditions during formation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy This Piece Stands Out\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge, clearly defined brecciated fragments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrong contrast between amethyst and quartz boundaries\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean structural pattern with visible fracture network\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeavy, high-presence display piece\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean with lukewarm water and mild soap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore separately to prevent surface scratches\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal Ballerz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53776914907477,"sku":null,"price":26.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1039\/9295\/1125\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_69d0802a-2c95-473e-8a20-8e1ad9db7251.jpg?v=1777294780","url":"https:\/\/crystalballerz.co.uk\/products\/brecciated-indian-amethyst-polished-tower-1","provider":"Crystal Ballerz","version":"1.0","type":"link"}