XL Amethyst Cathedral — 21.80 lb | Deep Purple Cluster | Artigas, Uruguay

A natural amethyst cathedral from Artigas, Uruguay — polished exterior with visible agate banding, raw deep violet interior, and near-black crystal cores that are rare even for this formation.

Specifications

• Weight: 21.80 lb / 9.89 kg
• Shape: Cathedral — tall, self-standing, pointed top
• Exterior: Polished with visible agate banding
• Interior: Raw deep violet amethyst with near-black crystal points and metallic reflections
• Origin: Artigas, Uruguay
• Self-standing: No base or support needed
• Traceability: Certificate of origin — emporiongems.com/pages/traceability

What Makes This Cathedral Exceptional

The cathedral form is the most architectural expression of a natural amethyst geode — tall, pointed, and commanding. This Uruguayan amethyst cathedral stands on its own, requiring no base or hardware, and its proportions make it equally at home on a console table, a fireplace mantle, or a collector's display.

What sets this piece apart is its unusually dark interior. The crystal points reach near-black at their cores, with a metallic quality that shifts under different light — a characteristic rarely seen in large amethyst cathedral geodes and a marker of exceptional mineral density. The polished exterior reveals natural agate banding along the base, a detail that speaks to the geological layering of the original formation in Artigas, Uruguay — consistently regarded as one of the finest amethyst sources in the world.

Perfect For

• Collectors seeking a large amethyst cathedral with documented provenance and rare coloration
• Interior designers sourcing luxury amethyst cathedral crystal decor for residential or commercial projects
• Statement pieces for entryways, living rooms, offices, or wellness spaces
• Premium gift buyers looking for a unique amethyst cathedral piece with lasting value

Display Notes

Self-standing on any flat, stable surface — no stand, base, or hardware required. The pointed cathedral top creates a natural focal point. Warm LED or natural side lighting will bring out the metallic reflections in the near-black crystal cores. Requires a surface rated for 22+ lb.

Shipping

Free US shipping. Custom-packed with high-density foam and reinforced boxing. Fully insured in transit. This is the exact piece you will receive.

⚠️ One of a Kind — No Restock

This natural deep purple amethyst cathedral is a singular specimen. Once it sells, it is gone. No two are alike, and this exact piece will not be restocked.