Amethyst Earrings

These earrings feature natural amethyst stones set in sterling silver with a dangle design. Amethyst is the purple variety of quartz, colored by trace amounts of iron and natural irradiation. Details: Mineral: Amethyst (SiO₂) Setting: Sterling silver Style: Dangle stud earrings with polished amethyst stones Appearance: Transparent to translucent purple stones with smooth, polished surfaces Formation: Quartz crystallizes from silica-rich fluids in igneous, metamorphic, or sedimentary environments; purple coloration comes from trace iron and natural irradiation Physical Properties: Mohs hardness 7; vitreous luster; conchoidal fracture Educational Value: Demonstrates trace element coloration in quartz and natural crystal formation These amethyst dangle earrings combine vibrant color with geological significance in a wearable design.