Shangaan Amethyst Scepter from Zambezi Valley, Zimbabwe

Dimension: 4.8cm x 2.3cm x 1.8cm
Weight: 23g / 115 carat
Locality: Zambezi Valley, Mashonaland West, Zimbabwe
 
The Zambezi Valley of Zimbabwe produces a wide range of Amethyst habits and is known for its Amethyst Scepters with Smoky zoning.  However, gem quality Amethyst Scepter is very rare from this locality especially those included with clearly shown “mountain” purple phantom, and this is a representative example!  These specimens are commonly called Shangaan Amethyst.  The milky Quartz stem topped by a rich smoky and purple Amethyst crystal of vitreous luster and well-formed double terminations.  The Amethyst is included with silvery and red Hematite, ascending aesthetics and interest to this piece.  This is a beautiful and gemmy Amethyst Scepter in superb condition of a good specimen size for any Quartz from this locality.  Comes with a high quality copper-wired display stand.
 
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Healing Properties:
 
Like other types of Amethyst crystals, Shangaan Amethyst helps the owner to get rid of bad energy.  In general, Amethyst holds energies of spiritual connection and offers great protection.  Shangaan Amethyst possess the additional properties of feminine power and untangling timelines.