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What Is Green Amethyst?
Generally, when people picture amethyst they think of traditional purple colored stones. However, one of the latest trends in modern jewelry is to use a stone known as green amethyst instead.
This unique stone is typically transparent and has a soft sage green color. But what is green amethyst? What is the difference between it and purple amethyst? Let’s take a look at the answers to those questions.
Green amethyst is actually the result of a unique natural property that purple amethyst has. Interestingly, when purple amethyst is heated it loses its purple color and turns green. When you buy a piece of amethyst jewelry they will often advise you to keep it away from heat for this exact reason.
So in essence, green amethyst is traditional purple amethyst that has been heated up and has lost its purple coloring. If you want to get technical the proper term for it is actually “greened” amethyst, but for the most part people call it “green” amethyst instead. You may also hear people refer to it as prasiolite which is the name for green colored quarts.
If the conditions are right, green colored amethyst can occur in nature. For the most part, however, it is usually created in a lab by heating purple amethyst to create the pale green color.
Typically the cost is about the same or even slightly less than purple amethyst. Be sure to talk with your jeweler before purchasing a green stone.
Reputable sellers will be willing to tell you whether or not it was made in a lab or occurred naturally which could determine the value. They should also be able to tell you whether a stone is truly green amethyst (ie. was made from purple amethyst) or whether it is clear quartz that has simply been dyed green.
If you shop around, compare prices and buy from a reputable seller you can find some truly beautiful green amethyst jewelry on the market. Like its purple counterpart it can be worn for years and should maintain its value. Just keep in mind that the most important thing is that you like the stone and you’re happy with your jewelry purchase.
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