Natural Veracruz Amethyst Crystal Cluster on Matrix – Miniature Specimen | Mexico

Natural Veracruz Amethyst Crystal Cluster on Matrix – Mexico

An attractive natural Amethyst crystal cluster from Veracruz, Mexico, featuring elegant, elongated prismatic crystals with beautiful violet-purple terminations growing from a contrasting cream-white matrix.

This delicate specimen displays several well-formed Amethyst crystals rising naturally from the matrix, with the tallest crystal forming a striking central focal point. The crystals exhibit beautiful purple colour zoning, transitioning from richer violet tones near the terminations to pale lavender and almost colourless quartz toward their bases.

Fine horizontal growth striations are visible along the crystal faces, complemented by their vitreous lustre and transparent to translucent appearance. A slender Amethyst crystal extending outward from the side adds an interesting architectural character to the overall formation.

Measuring approximately 40 × 36 × 25 mm, this miniature specimen offers an aesthetically pleasing arrangement of naturally formed crystals, making it a lovely addition to any quartz or Mexican mineral collection.

Specimen Details

• Primary Mineral: Amethyst (Purple Variety of Quartz)
• Locality: Veracruz State, Mexico
• Dimensions: Approximately 40 × 36 × 25 mm
• Size Class: Miniature Specimen
• Colour: Violet-purple to pale lavender with near-colourless quartz bases
• Lustre: Vitreous (Glassy)
• Transparency: Transparent to translucent
• Matrix: Natural cream-white mineral matrix
• Formation: Multiple elongated prismatic Amethyst crystals with natural terminations
• Category: Natural Mineral Specimens / Mexican Minerals / Quartz Crystals / Collector Minerals

Collector's Highlights

Elegant Prismatic Crystal Formation: Features multiple slender Amethyst crystals displaying the elongated crystal habit characteristic of classic Veracruz specimens.

Beautiful Purple Colour Zoning: Rich violet-purple terminations gradually transition into pale lavender and nearly colourless quartz, creating an attractive natural contrast.

Fine Growth Striations: Delicate horizontal growth lines along the crystal faces enhance the specimen's natural character and reveal intricate crystallization details.

Aesthetic Crystal Arrangement: The prominent upright crystals, accompanied by a slender outward-pointing crystal, create a balanced and visually interesting miniature formation.

Classic Mexican Amethyst: Veracruz Amethyst is well known among mineral collectors for its slender prismatic crystals, delicate violet coloration, and attractive natural crystal clusters.

About EK Mineral Haven

At EK Mineral Haven, we are passionate about bringing natural mineral specimens and geological treasures to collectors worldwide. We appreciate the individuality of every specimen, from its crystal formations to its mineral associations and locality.

Every natural mineral specimen has its own unique characteristics, making each piece a distinctive addition to a curated collection.

The specimen photographed is the exact specimen you will receive.

Add this elegant Veracruz Amethyst crystal cluster from Mexico to your mineral collection.