Enhydro Amethyst Quartz Crystal from Erongo, Namibia

Enhydro Amethyst Quartz from Erongo - Frozen in Time

Size:  25mm x 18mm x 56mm Approximately

Weight:  42 gram

This mesmerizing Enhydro Amethyst Quartz crystal from the Erongo Mountains of Namibia is not just a specimen—it’s a geological time capsule. Encased within its clear, violet-tinged body are 3 tiny, trapped water bubbles that has remained untouched for millions of years. The crystal itself is beautifully transparent with light lavender hues, delicate internal veils, and a sharply defined termination that enhances its visual allure.

What makes Enhydro quartz so special is the inclusion of water or gas in sealed internal cavities—remnants of the hydrothermal fluids from which the crystal grew. These bubbles are rare, especially within amethyst crystals, and are highly prized by collectors for their rarity and fascinating glimpse into ancient geological conditions.

This amethyst formed in pegmatitic pockets within Erongo's granitic rocks, crystallizing from hot, silica-rich fluids during the region's magmatic evolution. The Erongo Mountains, shaped by volcanic and intrusive activity during the Early Cretaceous (130–150 million years ago), are globally celebrated for their exceptional pegmatite minerals. The region's combination of alkaline granites, slow cooling, and fluid-rich environments fostered the growth of large, gemmy crystals—including unique amethysts like this one with enhydro features.

Few pieces capture both geological wonder and visual elegance as powerfully as this one.

Add this rare enhydro amethyst to your collection and own a moment frozen in deep time!

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