Vera Cruz Amethyst Cluster on Matrix Amber Fossils spherulitic rosettes composed of many

spherulitic rosettes composed of many tiny

Beginning as small bubbles of volcanic gasses in lava that hardened

more flexible arms that they wiggled in order to move around the sea floor

The word iridescence is derived from Iris

for use in mating

Vera Cruz Amethyst Cluster on Matrix Amber Fossils spherulitic rosettes composed of manyAmethyst is a variety of quartz which owes its coloration to the presence of iron in the area of its formation. The word Amethyst is derived from ancient Greek meaning "intoxication". It was believed by both ancient Romans and Greeks, if they wore Amethyst or made their goblets of the material, it would help prevent them from becoming intoxicated. Amethyst has been used in jewelry making for centuries. Spectacular, priceless carvings dating to the