This beautiful vibrant grass green gemstone is an extremely rare meber of the quartz family. To find a large example of this gem is even more rare, as the crystal structure is different from other quartzes and does not produce a very even colour even in a single stone, it is unusual to see large cut green amethysts.

Green amethyst is reputed to have many miraculous powers attributed to it. It is said to bring good fortune and luck and was symbolic of someone with high ranking.

Green amethyst also known as Prasiolite wiith vibrant grass green colours should not be confused with praseolite which is the green variety of iolite. Mined predominantly from Brazil and is not available in abundance. This gemstone is perfect for setting into fine metals due to its great hardness and durability.