Ametrine

AMETRINE  


Ametrine is a variety of quartz that displaysbands of both amethyst purple and citrine yellow. These gems are typically cut to showcase their dramatic color zoning.

Ametrine, also known as trystine or by its trade name as bolivianite, is a naturally occurring variety of quartz. It is a mixture of amethyst and citrine with zones of purple and yellow or orange. Almost all commercially available ametrine is mined in Bolivia.

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