Loose Amethyst Appraisal

Loose Faceted Amethyst Gemstone

This item is a single, loose faceted gemstone, likely amethyst based on its distinct violet-purple hue and saturation level. The stone features an elongated, modified marquise or pointed oval cut, showcasing a symmetrical arrangement of facets that interact with light to provide internal reflections. It appears to be roughly 8-12mm in length, though exact carat weight cannot be determined from the image alone. The color is a medium-toned purple with slight variations in saturation throughout the table and pavilion of the stone. In terms of condition, the gemstone exhibits notable facet edge wear and small abrasions (scratches) across the top table facet, which suggests it may have been previously set in a piece of jewelry and subjected to friction, or stored loosely with other stones. There appear to be no major internal fractures or inclusions visible to the naked eye, indicating a relatively high degree of clarity common for quartz species. The craftsmanship of the cut is standard for commercial-market gemstones, likely dating from the mid-to-late 20th century. The brilliance of the stone is currently diminished by surface oils and fine dust, but it retains a glassy (vitreous) luster typical of natural or high-quality synthetic quartz gemstones.