{"product_id":"natural-amethyst-cluster-specimen-hand-sized","title":"Natural Amethyst Cluster Specimen on Quartz Matrix, Hand-Sized Collector Piece","description":"\u003cp\u003eA natural amethyst cluster specimen on quartz matrix—a hand-sized collector piece featuring well-formed purple amethyst crystals growing from a pale cream and white quartz base. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is raw, unpolished, unenhanced natural crystal—the piece as it formed in nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-memorabilia\" title=\"Vintage Memorabilia \u0026amp; Rare Ephemera collection\"\u003eNatural amethyst cluster specimen\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMineral:\u003c\/strong\u003e Amethyst (purple quartz) on quartz matrix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Formation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural, unpolished, raw mineral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purple amethyst ranging light to deep purple; cream and white quartz matrix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize\/Measurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 3 inches tall, 2 inches wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11 ounces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural mineral specimen (exact locale not documented)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural mineral—unpolished, unenhanced, raw as formed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-formed crystal points, stable base, display-ready\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a natural specimen in excellent collector condition. No chips, no damage, no restoration. The crystals are intact and well-defined. The piece displays naturally as a tabletop or shelf specimen without requiring a stand or mounting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmethyst is the purple variety of quartz, formed through natural mineral crystallization. The purple color comes from iron impurities and natural radiation exposure during formation. Amethyst is one of the most popular and recognizable minerals in crystal collecting, valued for its color, clarity, and accessibility. .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA straightforward natural amethyst cluster for the mineral collector, geology student, or anyone building a crystal collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e∙Photo-verified condition (\u003ca title=\"shipping policy\" href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/shipping-policy\"\u003eno surprises\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003cbr\u003e∙Packed with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e∙Ships in 1 business day\u003cbr\u003e∙Free Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisclaimer\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece—please review them carefully, as they are part of the description. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"about reading vintage\" href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/about-reading-vintage\"\u003eWhile I do my best\u003c\/a\u003e to capture colors accurately, your monitor or device screen may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese pieces come from estate collections and have been surface cleaned. You may wish to perform additional cleaning depending on your preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48630956589311,"sku":"B5 – T 16–2861","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/Natural_Amethyst_Cluster_Hand_Specimen_Reading_Vintage.jpg?v=1780603244","url":"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/products\/natural-amethyst-cluster-specimen-hand-sized","provider":"Reading Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}