Ametrine color:

• purple with yellow mingled
• transparent
• dichroism - the angle of view changes color stone

Ametrine occurrence:

• Bolivia
• There is only one site in the world, even though it is relatively easily accessible Ametrine

Ametrine gallery

Ametrine combines two precious stones and amethyst and citrine. Both precious stones belong to the group of quartz, amethyst is purple, yellow citrine and Ametrine is a combination of both. Ametrine creates a special optical effect called dichroism and causes the stone changes its color depending on what angle you look at it. If you're looking for Ametrine from purple to yellow side facing, will have a different tint than when viewed from the yellow part of the violet.

Ametrine is a beautiful stone that is often cut into diamond grinding stones for jewelry. Faceted Ametrine in the picture is set in quality silver Ag 925/1000 is a unique ornament every woman.

Author: E-kameny.cz, 18.7.2011