Light Purple Amethyst
$55.00
Item number:
6
Light Purple Amethyst 4.00CT
Light purple amethyst—often referred to as Rose de France—is a pale, pastel variety of the quartz crystal family. Highly valued for its delicate, romantic look, it gets its soothing lilac and lavender shades from trace iron impurities and natural irradiation.
Key details about this gemstone:
- Market Name: Pale amethyst stones are officially recognized in the gem trade as "Rose de France".
- Durability: It rates a 7 on the Mohs hardness scale, making it highly suitable for everyday rings, necklaces, and earrings.
- Cut & Clarity: Because the color is so light, jewelers often use "fancy cuts" on these stones, as the lighter hue allows the facets and geometric details to be seen much more clearly.
- Affordability: Amethyst is an incredibly accessible gemstone, making larger carat sizes (e.g., 10+ carats) very affordable.