Amethyst: From Thunder Bay to Your Collection

Amethyst: More Than a Pretty Purple

Amethyst is the most recognized purple mineral in the world. Its deep violet hues, produced by trace iron and natural irradiation within quartz, range from pale lilac to saturated royal purple. But amethyst is far more than a color story. It's a stone with geological character, a centuries-long history, and a presence in the mineral world that no serious collection should be without.

Thunder Bay Amethyst: A Canadian Classic

Not all amethyst is created equal. Our Canadian Thunder Bay specimens come from the Lakehead region of Ontario — one of the few sources in the world where amethyst grows with distinctive red hematite caps, creating the iconic "red cap" appearance unique to that deposit. These clusters have a raw, rugged character that Brazilian material rarely matches. The hematite staining gives each specimen a one-of-a-kind color signature you won't find anywhere else.

Brazilian Amethyst: The Collector's Standard

We also carry Brazilian amethyst in clusters, points, and raw crystal lots. Brazil produces the widest range of quality grades, from deep gem-quality purple to lighter specimen-grade material. Our bulk lots of small crystal points and shards are popular with crystal artists, resin crafters, and anyone building a supply of working material.

Care and Display

Amethyst fades in prolonged direct sunlight — UV exposure bleaches the iron that gives it color. Keep clusters out of south-facing windows, or rotate their position seasonally. For cleaning, a soft brush and cool water is all you need. Amethyst is a 7 on the Mohs hardness scale, making it durable for most display and jewelry applications.

Stone, sourced. Art, original. — Kyanite King Minerals