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Pink Amethyst 10X13mm Faceted Oval Faceted (Center Drill)
Specifications
| SKU | GS644 |
|---|---|
| Stone | Pink amethyst and Rose de France |
| Shape | Oval |
| Bead size | 10x13mm |
| Cut | Faceted |
| Color | — |
| Weight | On request |
| Hardness (Mohs) | 7 |
| Origin | Cut in Jaipur, India |
| Availability | In stock |
Amethyst specimens have a touch of natural lavender which are then referred as Pink Amethyst. Pink Amethyst usually has a unique combination of color, beauty, and transparency. This stone is the soft-hued, feminine version of darker purple amethyst. In-spite of being soft, Pink Amethyst gemstone is full of powerful effects and can expect a movement toward emotional balances, increased intuition and clarity, etc. It is a popular jewelry material for chains, pendants, etc.
What it makes
Ovals are used for necklaces, bracelets, statement strands. Measured width by length, e.g. 8x10mm; usually drilled center-drilled lengthwise. More about ovals.
Pale amethyst in lilac and rose, cut in Jaipur
On a strand, Rose de France shows a clear lilac that reads cool and airy, while pink amethyst leans blush with a hint of lavender. Facets catch small flashes rather than bold fire, so the line feels calm and bright. The color is meant to be soft. Makers reach for these beads when they want pastel light without opacity, a clean sparkle that sits easily beside pearl and moonstone, and a quartz that holds its own in everyday wear.
In crystal tradition, pale amethyst shades are linked with calm and clear thought. Because both stones are amethyst in composition, many people fold them into February birthstone customs by association. Ancient Greeks wore amethyst and carved cups from it, saying the stone would keep a drinker sober; the name comes from Greek amethystos, meaning not intoxicated. Some modern crystal lore extends those ideas to Rose de France and pink amethyst, noting their gentle tones. People have long believed these colors can support calm and a clear head as softer expressions of amethyst.
Beliefs about stones are tradition, not advice. Read the full story.
Two pale amethyst lines. Rose de France is a trade name for pale lilac to lavender amethyst, mainly Brazilian. Pink amethyst is a newer name for pinkish-lavender quartz from Patagonia, Argentina, tinted by hematite inclusions. Both quartz, Mohs 7.
Everyday durable. Warm soapy water; ultrasonic usually safe. Avoid strong sun.
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