The color partially covers the characteristic fire of this gem

opaque opal cabochon that when moved under the light shows a diffuse opalescence with flashes of red

with sinuous shapes that recall silver roots that have grown around the stone rather than being forged

Gems slightly iridescent from khaki green (cold light) to golden brown (warm light)

Ametista taglio carrè 1,17 ct jff The color partially covers theAmethyst with a well executed square cut. The color saturation is light and the clarity is good. The pavilion is slightly "swollen": it is a cutting technique to increase the carat weight, compared to the dimensions