amethysts

  1. Laron

    The Empress of Uruguay: Largest Amethyst Geode in the World

    This is said to be largest amethyst geode in the world. Named the Empress of Uruguay, it stands at a staggering 10.7 feet (3.27 meters) tall and weighs 2,500 kg (2.5 tonne). It resides at the Crystal Caves Museum in Atherton, Australia and was discovered in the Artigas region in northern...
  2. Laron

    My favorite rock shop in New Zealand

    When it comes to stores selling stones, while they they not be common, there are a fair few, yet when it comes to a decent variety and reasonable prices, that is what I find a rarity. The Rock Fella fits my requirements for variety and price, but on top of that, he goes out into the New...