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Ametrine
A relative newcomer
to the gem world (ametrine was discovered in Bolivia in
the late "70s), ametrine is a variety of quartz which
exhibits the best aspects of both purple amethyst and
yellow citrine within the same crystal.
Because
its beauty lies in the coexistence of the two colors,
ametrine is usually recovered in larger sizesā over
five carats is most popularā which allow for the appreciation
of the distinct color sections. When cut into emerald
and pear shapes, this distinction is most notable. when
ametrine is fashioned as a less-common brilliant round
shape, its colors reflect and blend together to create
a peach-like color.
As a newcomer,
ametrine does not yet have folklore or historical significance
attached to it as do amethyst, citrine or other gemstones.
Some sources believe however, that the best aspects
of amethyst and citrine lore should be attributed to
ametrine since it is a combination of both these gems.
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