Amethyst flower(Starbust)

Size: 4x4x3.5 cms

Weight: 53 grams

Location: Maharashtra, India

Product Description:

This Amethyst Flower (Starburst) from Maharashtra, India is a stunning decorative piece, featuring a cluster of amethyst crystals that resemble a flower or starburst shape. The crystals showcase a deep purple color and precise facets, creating a sparkling appearance.

Geological Information:

- Location: Maharashtra, India
- Type: Amethyst, a type of quartz (SiO₂)
- Formation: Amethyst is formed in igneous and metamorphic rocks, through the crystallization of silica-rich fluids
- Age: Deccan Traps, approximately 65-66 million years old (Cretaceous-Paleogene boundary)
- Color: Deep purple, due to trace amounts of iron and aluminum
- Hardness: 7 on the Mohs scale, a relatively hard gemstone
- Crystal System: Trigonal (hexagonal scalenohedral)
- Formation Process: The amethyst crystals formed through a process of slow cooling and crystallization of magma, resulting in the unique flower-like shape.

This amethyst flower (starburst) is a beautiful example of India's geological treasures, offering a glimpse into the region's rich geological history.