The Jackson Crossroads Amethyst Mine in Wilkes County, Georgia, is widely regarded as one of the premier amethyst-producing localities in the United States, known for its distinctive and highly collectible quartz crystals. The deposit formed through hydrothermal processes within altered granitic or volcanic host rock, where mineral-rich fluids created pockets lined with crystals in clay-filled cavities. Amethyst specimens from the site are especially noted for their sharp crystal form, glassy luster, and striking color zoning, often showing deep purple tips over lighter or colorless interiors. Material from the early 2000s brought the locality international attention, with many pieces displaying gem-quality transparency and complex growth features. Today, although access has varied over time, specimens from Jackson Crossroads remain highly sought after by collectors for their combination of color, clarity, and aesthetic appeal.
This is a richly colored single crystal of amethyst displaying zoning in both terminations. Detatched from matrix, this crystal stands alone proudly. Non-permanently affixed to white 3D printed base. Ex Persson Rare Minerals.
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(1.5 × 1.0 × 1.1 in - 3.8 × 2.5 × 2.7 cm) 1.3oz / 37g
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The Jackson Crossroads Amethyst Mine in Wilkes County, Georgia, is widely regarded as one of the premier amethyst-producing localities in the United States, known for its distinctive and highly collectible quartz crystals. The deposit formed through hydrothermal processes within altered granitic or volcanic host rock, where mineral-rich fluids created pockets lined with crystals in clay-filled cavities. Amethyst specimens from the site are especially noted for their sharp crystal form, glassy luster, and striking color zoning, often showing deep purple tips over lighter or colorless interiors. Material from the early 2000s brought the locality international attention, with many pieces displaying gem-quality transparency and complex growth features. Today, although access has varied over time, specimens from Jackson Crossroads remain highly sought after by collectors for their combination of color, clarity, and aesthetic appeal.
This is a richly colored single crystal of amethyst displaying zoning in both terminations. Detatched from matrix, this crystal stands alone proudly. Non-permanently affixed to white 3D printed base. Ex Persson Rare Minerals.
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(1.5 × 1.0 × 1.1 in - 3.8 × 2.5 × 2.7 cm) 1.3oz / 37g
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