The amethyst is the purple variety of quartz and presents hardness 7 on the Mohs scale according to GIA. Its color allows exploring jewelry combinations without assigning it personal powers or therapeutic effects. This entry separates the mineral name from the aesthetic choice: a photograph can inspire a palette, but it is not enough to confirm the identity, treatments, or quality of a stone.
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