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Ametrine
Fabulous Bi-colored Gemstone Jewelry

Ametrine in sterling silver ring - $245	Ametrine in sterling silver - $175	Ametrine ring in sterling silver - $245 Same ring as shown below.
Ametrine ring in sterling silver - $195	Ametrine in sterling silver - $245	Ametrine ring in sterling silver - $245 - Same ring as shown above
Ametrine Free-form Ring in sterling silver - $295	Ametrine ring i 14K gold - $495	Ametrine Ring - Amethyst to Clear Quartz in 14K gold - $425
Ametrine Pendant in sterling silver - $225	Ametrine ring in sterling silver - $195	Same ring as above, front view
Ametrine ring in sterling silver - $195	Ametrine Pendant in sterling silver - $225	Ametrine Briolette-cut Pendant - $125
	Ametrine in sterling silver - $175

Sometimes amethyst and citrine are found together. They are both semi-precious gems in the quartz family and have the same crystalline structure. Different minerals in a mine in Bolivia sometimes blend to create the color combinations that characterize amethyst and citrine stones. These bi-colored gems are called ametrine, and are cut at the seam where the citrine changes to amethyst. Although the rough stone comes from Bolivia, our ametrine is all cut in Thailand, a country known for having some of the world's finest gem-cutters. We individually select each gemstone for its depth of color, gem quality (also known as "sparkle") and intrinsic beauty. The Anahi Mine in Bolivia is the only mine today that is commercially mining ametrine, although it may be found in other places.

The popularity of tourmaline in the 1980s created a demand for bi-colored gemstones and as supplies began to run low, it was elevated to the status of a precious gem.The demand for bi-colored gemstones has continued since then. Today, bi-colored ametrine is often lab-created using water, heat, pressure and minerals in a variety of ways. These ametrine gems are stunning in their beauty and are valued at prices similar to ametrine that is mined. Treated ametrines are available in colors not ordinarily found in the natural colors of purple and yellow or gold. They are to be treasured for the specimens of exquisite beauty and pristine faceting that they are. We carry both kinds of ametrine, both natural and heated or lab-created. Each stone has a special presence and personality that defines its unique beauty.

Rings are sized to fit at no additional charge. Please call or email for more details about a specific piece. If you see something you like, please let us know so we can reserve it for you!

A bit of interesting history about ametrine:

The Anahi Mine in Bolivia, which produces most of the ametrine on the market, first became famous in the 17th century when a Spanish conquistadore received it as a dowry when he married a princess from the Ayoreos tribe named Anahi. Ametrine was introduced to Europe by the conquistadore's gifts to the Spanish queen.