Shangaan Amethyst Sceptor TU1788 pendant There is also a "sidecar"

There is also a "sidecar" crystal that is growing off the back and has an interesting self-healed termination that looks as though it is lifting off of the main crystal (see last photo)

This slab has a full polish on one side but has been left unpolished on the back

The crystal has been given a light polish on some of the sides and faces

It has been theorized around the internet that the blue "smoke" is the inclusion of the lithium mineral Cookeite

Shangaan Amethyst Sceptor TU1788 pendant There is also a "sidecar"Shangaan Amethyst Sceptor Approx. Dimensions: 2x0. 75x0. 75 inches Approx. Weight: 20 grams Locality: Chibuku Mine, Zimbabwe From the Chibuku Mine in Zimbabwe, Shangaan amethyst are named after the tribe that mines these crystals. In many of these crystals you will find inclusions of red hematite. Enhydros, or fluid inclusions, are also found in many of these amethyst specimens. Acrylic stand not included, but can be purchased from our Stands, Mounts,