Ametrine Guide

Gemstone Vault · Education Series

Ametrine

Two Stones in One. A guide to its geology, origins, character, and how to choose one for your collection.

SiO2Mineral
7.0Mohs Hardness
QuartzGemstone Family
Purple & YellowColour Family
Birthstone
TrigonalCrystal System
2.66Specific Gravity
1.544 – 1.553Refractive Index
VitreousLuster
TransparentTransparency
No cleavage — fair toughnessCleavage / Toughness
Iron, with uneven heat distribution during formation creating both colour zonesColour Agent
Inert to weakFluorescence

Two Stones in One

Ametrine is a single quartz crystal that displays both amethyst's violet and citrine's gold within the same stone — a natural curiosity caused by uneven heating during the crystal's formation.

Gemologically, ametrine is described as transparent, with a vitreous luster — qualities that shape how it catches and carries light once cut. Its colour comes from iron, with uneven heat distribution during formation creating both colour zones, and a Mohs hardness in this range is durable enough for regular wear, though it benefits from being set thoughtfully and kept away from harder gems in storage.


Where Ametrine Comes From

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Bolivia
The Anahí mine is the original and still the principal source of natural ametrine, discovered in the 17th century and rediscovered in the 1970s.
Synthetic & Treated Material
Much ametrine on the market today is lab-grown or created by selectively heat-treating amethyst — always worth asking which you're being offered.

Folklore and Healing Traditions

The information in this section reflects folklore and crystal-healing belief systems. These are matters of cultural and spiritual tradition, not scientific or medical claims, and are not a substitute for professional medical or financial advice.

Ametrine has held a place in decorative arts, folklore, and crystal-healing traditions across cultures for centuries. Those drawn to this dimension of the stone often choose it for its colour and character as much as for any tradition attached to it — a personal, rather than prescriptive, choice.


How Ametrine Is Graded

Quality in ametrine is generally assessed across colour, clarity, cut, and carat weight — with colour and overall character typically the dominant factors in value.

What a Lab Report Confirms

A lab report identifies the species, describes colour, and discloses any treatment. Natural ametrine is untreated by definition; lab-created and partially-heated material is common and should be disclosed.


Natural, Ethical, Jaipur-Sourced

Every ametrine in the Paraiso Jewels vault is described accurately as to its natural or treated status on its label. We source through Jaipur's gem market — one of the world's oldest and most concentrated coloured-stone trading centres — and our stones can be verified at GTL Jaipur, the region's principal gem testing authority.

On request, each piece can be accompanied by documentation covering weight, dimensions, and treatment status. If you have questions about the origin or treatment of a specific stone, contact us via WhatsApp or email and we'll provide full details.

Considering Ametrine?

We're happy to talk through grading, origin, or certification for a specific stone before you buy.


Loose Ametrine & Ready-to-Wear Pieces

A selection of loose ametrine stones and finished jewellery currently available from the Paraiso Jewels vault.

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Loose Ametrine Stones

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Explore Our Ametrine Collection

Browse loose stones, set jewellery, or speak to us about a bespoke commission featuring ametrine.

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Gemstone Vault Education Series · Referenced against GIA and GTL Jaipur standards

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