{"product_id":"alacam-druzy-amethyst-plate-balikesir-province-turkey-47-grams","title":"Alacam Druzy Amethyst Plate – Balıkesir Province, Turkey – 47 grams","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"95\" data-end=\"295\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA beautiful Alacam Druzy Amethyst plate from the famous Alacam region of Balıkesir Province, Turkey, showcasing a dense carpet of sparkling lavender amethyst crystals across a natural volcanic matrix.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"297\" data-end=\"835\"\u003eThis attractive miniature cabinet specimen features hundreds of tightly packed druzy amethyst crystals displaying soft lavender to pale lilac coloration with exceptional sparkle under changing light. The uniform crystal coverage creates a shimmering surface of sharp natural terminations while the thin plate-like growth preserves the delicate volcanic formation from which these crystals developed. Subtle variations in crystal size and color add depth and texture, giving the specimen outstanding visual appeal despite its compact size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"837\" data-end=\"1051\"\u003eIts brilliant druzy coverage, pleasing color, and classic Turkish locality make this an excellent display specimen for collectors of fine druzy minerals, Turkish minerals, and unique worldwide amethyst occurrences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1053\" data-end=\"1056\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1a3ueyz\" data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1075\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1077\" data-end=\"1104\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1077\" data-end=\"1089\"\u003eMineral:\u003c\/strong\u003e Druzy Amethyst\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1154\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1119\"\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alacam, Balıkesir Province, Turkey\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1176\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1167\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 47 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1178\" data-end=\"1226\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1178\" data-end=\"1193\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2 × 0.5 × 3 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1317\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1246\"\u003eCrystal Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense druzy quartz crystals with amethyst coloration on natural matrix\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1360\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1333\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural collector specimen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1419\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1374\"\u003eDisplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent miniature cabinet display specimen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1421\" data-end=\"1445\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1421\" data-end=\"1445\"\u003eExact specimen shown\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1450\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"ik3p9c\" data-start=\"1452\" data-end=\"1482\"\u003eAbout Alacam Druzy Amethyst\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1484\" data-end=\"1880\"\u003eThe Alacam region of western Turkey has become increasingly recognized among mineral collectors for producing distinctive druzy amethyst specimens unlike the large geodes commonly associated with Brazil and Uruguay. Instead of long prismatic crystals, these specimens develop as dense carpets of tightly packed quartz crystals that display delicate lavender coloration and exceptional brilliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1882\" data-end=\"2232\"\u003eThese crystals formed within volcanic host rocks as silica-rich hydrothermal fluids slowly deposited successive generations of quartz inside small cavities and fractures. Trace amounts of iron incorporated during crystal growth, combined with natural irradiation over millions of years, produced the soft purple coloration characteristic of amethyst.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2234\" data-end=\"2496\"\u003eBecause Alacam material is produced in relatively limited quantities and offers a crystal habit rarely seen from other amethyst localities, these Turkish specimens have become increasingly desirable among collectors seeking uncommon worldwide amethyst varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2498\" data-end=\"2501\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1punl39\" data-start=\"2503\" data-end=\"2521\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2523\" data-end=\"2546\"\u003eThis specimen features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2548\" data-end=\"2843\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1lvgvmy\" data-start=\"2548\" data-end=\"2588\"\u003edense sparkling druzy crystal coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ei8ury\" data-start=\"2589\" data-end=\"2624\"\u003esoft lavender amethyst coloration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"parf4c\" data-start=\"2625\" data-end=\"2658\"\u003eclassic Alacam Turkish locality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cxdm94\" data-start=\"2659\" data-end=\"2700\"\u003efine miniature quartz crystal formation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"l6qn0b\" data-start=\"2701\" data-end=\"2727\"\u003ebrilliant natural luster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1yifot6\" data-start=\"2728\" data-end=\"2759\"\u003eattractive thin display plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1m19tmp\" data-start=\"2760\" data-end=\"2798\"\u003euncommon worldwide amethyst locality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ink196\" data-start=\"2799\" data-end=\"2843\"\u003edisplay-quality miniature cabinet specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2845\" data-end=\"3017\"\u003ePerfect for collectors of Turkish minerals, amethyst specimens, druzy quartz, miniature cabinet specimens, worldwide mineral localities, and fine natural crystal specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3019\" data-end=\"3069\"\u003eProfessionally packaged and shipped from Colorado.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3071\" data-end=\"3113\"\u003eYou will receive the exact specimen shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3115\" data-end=\"3250\"\u003eEvery order is backed by our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. 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