Basic Introduction to Uruguayan Amethyst
The amethyst produced in Uruguay has always been the highest grade of purple among amethysts. This purple is very deep and very vivid, with a wine-red “flame.” Uruguayan amethyst is a must-have item in high-end jewelry stores worldwide.
Product Features
Uruguayan amethyst has the characteristic of condensing cosmic energy and can gather positive energy indoors, improving feng shui. Placed in companies or businesses, it not only gathers people but also consolidates wealth, enhancing financial luck. When placed at the wealth position in a residence, it can ward off evil, stabilize the home, and prevent misfortune. Additionally, it has the function of increasing brain cell vitality; regularly wearing it helps increase intelligence and often brings benefactors into one's life.
In the world, high-quality amethyst from Uruguay is the rarest and most expensive, renowned for being the highest grade and rarest color tone among amethysts. The purple of Uruguayan amethyst is very deep and vivid, like a “flame” glowing with a wine-red hue, radiating red and pink luster from within. Due to the recent near-exhaustion of Uruguayan amethyst mines, it has become increasingly rare and precious, becoming a must-have item and a store treasure in high-end jewelry shops around the globe.
History and Folklore
In Greek mythology, amethyst is a symbol of the mysterious “sexual vitality” of Bacchus, the god of plenty. It is said to transform sexual vitality into spiritual vitality and can play a significant role in resolving sexual issues and finding suitable partners. In many Western countries, amethyst is not only used as a stone for sobriety in men's jewelry and clothing but is also considered a lucky gem for performing artists, receiving special favor. Ancient Romans were accustomed to conducting purification rites and commemorations of the dead in February, with amethyst serving as a symbol of abstinence from debauchery, prevention of self-indulgence, and maintenance of honesty and reason.
Amethyst symbolizes tranquility and safety; it is said to bring inspiration and wisdom, and another meaning is that it symbolizes love, further enhancing interpersonal relationships and romantic connections. To sum up, it can be described as mysterious, romantic, and elegant.
Distinguishing Authenticity
Naturally formed amethyst often displays color zoning, while synthetic amethyst does not exhibit color zoning. Carefully observing a natural amethyst bracelet reveals clear color zoning despite its transparency and few cracks. Synthetic amethyst lacks this feature and has a very uniform, inflexible color.
A genuine amethyst feels cool when held in the hand. If worn on the body, the temperature of a natural amethyst will gradually rise to match body temperature. However, synthetic amethyst behaves differently: although initially feeling cool, it eventually feels warmer than body temperature when worn, making this the simplest method of identification, especially for amethyst made from glass.
Like other crystals, amethyst often contains fractures, inclusions, or other mineral inclusions within its crystal structure. Synthetic amethyst, however, typically contains many air bubbles. Since glass is generally used to make synthetic amethyst, if unsure about the shape of the bubbles, one can look at a glass cup, which commonly contains air bubbles.