500 Grams Raw Amethyst Stone Facet Rough
$899.00 USD
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$899.00 USD
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$1,250.00 USD
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Gemstone Specification
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
Stone Name | Amethyst |
Gems Type | Semi-Precious Gemstones and Natural Gemstones |
Total Weight | 500 Grams |
Average Weight Size | under 1 to 15 grams plus per piece |
Shapes / Cut | Rough Loose Shapes |
Color of Gems | Purple |
Clarity | Si, VS, Eye Clean, and VVS |
Origin | Brazil |
Treatments | No |
Birthstones | February |
Category Types | Facet Rough |
Authenticity | Genuine |
Condition | Excellent (EX) and Near mint (NM) |
Crystal system | Hexagonal |
Mineral class | Silicates |
Rarity | Common |
Rock formation | Igneous |
Deal Type | BULK -Wholesale Gems Deals |
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
Stone Name | Amethyst |
Gems Type | Semi-Precious Gemstones and Natural Gemstones |
Total Weight | 500 Grams |
Average Weight Size | under 1 to 15 grams plus per piece |
Shapes / Cut | Rough Loose Shapes |
Color of Gems | Purple |
Clarity | Si, VS, Eye Clean, and VVS |
Origin | Brazil |
Treatments | No |
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
Birthstones | February |
Category Types | Facet Rough |
Authenticity | Genuine |
Condition | Excellent (EX) and Near mint (NM) |
Crystal system | Hexagonal |
Mineral class | Silicates |
Rarity | Common |
Rock formation | Igneous |
Deal Type | BULK -Wholesale Gems Deals |
Product Description
500 Grams Facet-Grade Raw Amethyst from Brazil
Discover top-quality natural faceting rough with this 500-gram (2500-carat) parcel of Brazilian amethyst. Sourced directly from Brazil's renowned deposits, these untreated purple quartz crystals feature VS to VVS clarity with eye-clean transparency—ideal for professional gemstone cutters, lapidary artists, and jewelry designers seeking brilliant finished stones in substantial sizes.
Stone Specifications
- Gemstone: Natural Amethyst (Purple Quartz Variety)
- Total Weight: 500 grams (2500 carats)
- Piece Size Range: Under 1 gram to 15+ grams per piece
- Color: Medium purple with excellent saturation
- Clarity: VS to Eye Clean (Very Slightly Included to flawless)
- Treatment: None—100% natural and untreated
- Origin: Brazil (world's premier amethyst source)
- Grade: Facet-grade with high brilliance potential
Why Brazilian Amethyst?
Brazil produces the world's finest facet-grade amethyst, prized for its consistent medium purple color, exceptional clarity, and superior brilliance when cut. The geological conditions in Brazilian deposits create crystals with minimal inclusions and optimal light performance—essential qualities for professional faceting. Learn more about amethyst value and pricing in our comprehensive guide.
Ideal Applications
1. Precision Faceting
- Loose Gemstones for Jewelry: Cut brilliant faceted stones for rings, pendants, earrings, and bracelets—the medium purple color pairs beautifully with gold and silver settings
- Precision Cuts: Excellent material for skilled lapidaries to create custom facet designs that maximize brilliance and light reflection
- Calibrated Gemstones: Sufficient quantity to produce matched sets or calibrated sizes for standardized jewelry settings and commercial production
- Centerpiece Stones: Larger rough pieces yield substantial finished gems perfect for statement necklaces, cocktail rings, and designer pendants
2. Lapidary Work
- Cabochons: Areas with slightly lower clarity can be shaped into smooth cabochons while retaining beautiful color
- Artistic Carvings: High-quality material suitable for decorative sculptures, figurines, and ornamental pieces
- Mixed Applications: Versatile parcel allows both faceting and cabbing from a single lot
Quality & Value
This parcel represents exceptional value for professional cutters and jewelry businesses. The combination of VS-VVS clarity, vibrant medium purple color, and substantial piece sizes (up to 15+ grams) ensures high yield rates and brilliant finished gemstones. The untreated natural status and Brazilian origin guarantee both authenticity and market appeal.
Explore more facet-grade amethyst deals or browse our complete wholesale rough gemstone collection.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is facet-grade raw amethyst?
Facet-grade amethyst is natural rough material with sufficient clarity, color saturation, and crystal structure to produce brilliant faceted gemstones. This Brazilian parcel features VS to eye-clean clarity (minimal to no visible inclusions), medium purple color, and excellent transparency—all essential qualities for professional faceting. Unlike lower-grade material suitable only for cabochons or carvings, facet-grade rough yields polished stones with superior brilliance and light performance.
How many finished gemstones can I expect from 500 grams of rough?
Yield depends on cutting skill, rough quality, and desired finished sizes. Generally, expect 30-50% yield from facet-grade amethyst rough. From this 500-gram (2500-carat) parcel, skilled cutters can produce approximately 150-250 carats of finished gemstones, with individual stone sizes ranging from small accent gems to substantial centerpieces of 10+ carats. Larger rough pieces (15+ grams) in this lot enable cutting impressive statement stones.
Is this amethyst treated or enhanced in any way?
No—this amethyst is 100% natural and completely untreated. The medium purple color is entirely natural, with no heat treatment, irradiation, dyeing, or other enhancements applied. Brazilian amethyst naturally exhibits this desirable purple hue due to iron impurities and natural irradiation within the earth. The VS to eye-clean clarity is also natural, requiring no clarity enhancement or filling.
What makes Brazilian amethyst superior to other sources?
Brazil's amethyst deposits produce consistently high-quality material with optimal color saturation, exceptional clarity, and superior crystal structure for faceting. Brazilian stones typically show fewer inclusions, better transparency, and more uniform color distribution compared to amethyst from other origins. The country's geological conditions create ideal formation environments, making Brazilian amethyst the global standard for facet-grade material. Read more about amethyst as February's birthstone.
Can I use this rough for both faceting and cabochons?
Absolutely! While this is premium facet-grade material, it's versatile enough for multiple applications. Use the highest-clarity pieces for precision faceting to maximize brilliance, and reserve areas with slight inclusions or color zoning for cabochons or carvings. This flexibility makes the parcel ideal for lapidaries who work across different cutting styles or want to maximize material utilization and minimize waste.
Do you offer larger quantities or custom parcels?
Yes! We offer amethyst rough in various quantities from small lots to multi-kilogram wholesale parcels. For custom requests—specific size ranges, color grades, clarity requirements, or bulk orders—please contact our team via WhatsApp or email. We can source material tailored to your production needs and provide competitive wholesale pricing for volume orders.