This ring features a polished green amethyst gemstone set in sterling silver. Green amethyst, also known as prasiolite, is a variety of quartz that exhibits a pale to medium green color, typically produced by heat treatment of amethyst or naturally occurring in rare deposits.
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Material: Green amethyst (prasiolite) set in sterling silver
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Appearance: Transparent green stone with polished, faceted surfaces
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Formation: Quartz forms in geodes and cavities; green color often enhanced through controlled heating
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Physical Properties: Mohs hardness 7; vitreous luster
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Educational Value: Demonstrates quartz formation, color variation through trace elements, and mineral treatment techniques
A sterling silver green amethyst ring that blends geological significance with elegant design.