{"product_id":"brecciated-indian-amethyst-polished-tower-2","title":"Brecciated Indian Amethyst Polished Tower","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis brecciated amethyst freeform displays a striking network of directional fracture lines and layered quartz growth, creating a flowing, almost fibrous internal structure. Unlike more blocky brecciated pieces, this specimen shows elongated fracture zones and aligned internal features, giving it a sense of movement and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePolishing enhances the natural translucency, revealing fine internal textures, healed fractures, and subtle colour zoning between soft lavender and deeper violet 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 with directional fracture healing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColour: Purple, lavender, with smoky-brown and clear quartz zones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransparency: Translucent with internal reflective fracture planes\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: 7 cm x 4 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 134 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeological \u0026amp; Scientific Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece formed through fracturing and re-cementation of quartz under geological stress, but with a key difference — the fractures appear to have been influenced by directional pressure, creating elongated, aligned internal structures rather than purely angular fragments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe visible linear patterns are healed fracture planes, where silica-rich fluids penetrated cracks and later crystallised, bonding the structure back together. These zones often appear slightly lighter or more translucent due to differences in crystal growth during healing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColour variation is caused by trace iron impurities within the quartz lattice, with natural irradiation producing the characteristic purple tones of amethyst. The presence of darker, smoky areas suggests localised differences in formation conditions, including temperature and radiation exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy This Piece Stands Out\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrong directional internal structure (less common than blocky brecciation)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh density of fine fracture lines creating texture and depth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubtle colour zoning between amethyst and smoky quartz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaller, more display-friendly silhouette\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 direct sunlight exposure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore separately to prevent surface scratches\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal Ballerz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53776918184277,"sku":null,"price":26.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1039\/9295\/1125\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_63a1f762-7aae-4c41-bd52-c0e2ec92f8b7.jpg?v=1777294856","url":"https:\/\/crystalballerz.co.uk\/products\/brecciated-indian-amethyst-polished-tower-2","provider":"Crystal Ballerz","version":"1.0","type":"link"}