{"product_id":"etched-amethyst-quartz-siderite-matrix-afghanistan","title":"Etched Amethyst Quartz with Siderite on Matrix – Afghanistan Mineral Specimen","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003ePresenting a truly unique and complex geological specimen, weighing a precise \u003cb\u003e26 Grams\u003c\/b\u003e (equivalent to \u003cb\u003e130 Carats\u003c\/b\u003e). This miniature masterpiece features a cluster of \u003cb\u003eAmethyst Quartz\u003c\/b\u003e crystals that display a rare, natural \u003cb\u003eetched\u003c\/b\u003e surface texture, resulting in sculptural, geometric dissolution patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eAdding to its complexity, the Etched Amethyst is naturally associated with contrasting \u003cb\u003eSiderite\u003c\/b\u003e (an iron carbonate mineral), which often appears as brownish or tan crystals on the host rock matrix. The purple Amethyst provides color, the etching provides texture, and the Siderite provides contrast—a stunning trio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eSourced from the mineral-rich regions of \u003cb\u003eAfghanistan\u003c\/b\u003e, this specimen is highly valued by collectors who specialize in unique crystal habits and mineral associations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eThis specimen is an excellent cabinet miniature size, measuring \u003cb\u003e36 x 42 x 24 mm\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Premier Fine Minerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51508868481311,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0948\/5077\/7375\/files\/Untitled-3_13d5118c-af17-44eb-b3be-90360010625e.png?v=1767804697","url":"https:\/\/premierfineminerals.com\/products\/etched-amethyst-quartz-siderite-matrix-afghanistan","provider":"Premier Fine Minerals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}