Amethyst Raw Crystal Clusters | AAA Grade | Uruguay | 1–2 Inch

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Size: 1-2 Inches
Weight: 20-50 Grams
Pieces Per Pound: 12-20 Pieces
Grade: AAA
Origin: Artigas, Uruguay
Polished: Yes; Jojoba Oil

Direct Source

We work directly with the miner, lapidary, or producing artisan behind this material. We know how it is extracted, who processes it, and what conditions look like on the ground. We maintain close, ongoing communication and review quality at every stage from rough material to finished piece.

Our Sourcing Standards

Crystal Energy Profile

Intention

Stress Relief Sleep Meditation Intuition

Chakra

Third Eye Crown

Zodiac

Pisces Aquarius Virgo

Element

Air

Crystal Family: Quartz / Silicate (Tectosilicate)
Colors: Purple
Chakras: Third Eye, Crown
Intentions: Stress Relief, Sleep, Meditation, Intuition
Element: Air
Common Origins: Brazil, Uruguay, Zambia, Mexico, Madagascar
Beginner Friendly: Good
Treatment Risk: Low (Uncommon - Heat (To Create Citrine / Prasiolite) + Occasional Irradiation In Some Markets, Frequency Varies)

Amethyst is most commonly classified as Quartz / Silicate (Tectosilicate). It's typically seen in purple tones. Crystal system: Trigonal (hexagonal family). On the Mohs scale it generally falls around 7. Chemical formula commonly cited: SiO₂.

It typically forms in Silica deposited in volcanic cavities (basalt geodes). Common commercial sources include Brazil, Uruguay, Zambia, Mexico, Madagascar. Material is most often obtained through Open-pit mining of basalt geodes; split and sort.

Standard mineral/variety name; trade names vary mainly by color/pattern. From Greek a‑methystos ("not drunk"); in antiquity it was linked with sobriety and carved into drinking vessels. Common confusions on the market include Quartz varieties are sometimes sold under trade names; watch for glass look‑alikes in jewelry.

Amethyst is often worked with for themes of stress relief, sleep, meditation, intuition. Enhances spiritual awareness, promotes inner peace.

Sleep space: place on nightstand or near bed / Meditation: hold during breathwork or set beside you. Calms the mind, helps with insomnia; Assists in overcoming addictions, supports the immune system.

This stone is commonly connected with the Third Eye, Crown chakras. Common correspondences include Zodiac: Pisces, Aquarius, Virgo; Planet: Neptune, Jupiter.

Care & Use Sensitivity: Low

Best For

Daily Carry

Jewelry

Home/Altar

Care

Wipe Dry

Quick Rinse Only

Store Protected

Gentle Soap Only

Stable Room Temperature

Avoid

Direct Sunlight

Chemical Cleaners

Cleansing

Smoke

Sound

Breath/Intention

Charging

Moonlight

Intention

Why Ethical Isn't Enough

If you’ve ever shopped for crystals and felt unsure who to trust or whether the stones are even real, you’re not alone.

The reality is simple and rarely explained: the crystal industry has no governing body, no universal standards, and no third-party certification for ethical sourcing. Anyone can use the word “ethical,” even without proof.

That’s why we created the Beyond Ethical™ standards. We choose transparency over labels, working with trusted small-scale producers and conducting careful research into the origins and impacts of every material we choose to carry.

You deserve clarity. And you deserve to feel confident about what you’re bringing into your space.

Sustainability at Beyond Bohemian

Sustainability isn’t just a principle to us. It’s a responsibility.
In an industry that often relies on excess, vague claims, and unnecessary waste, we try to make more thoughtful choices at every step, from sourcing and packaging to reuse and environmental support.
We don’t believe sustainability is something you declare once. We believe it’s something you keep working toward.
What Happens After the Mine Matters

Some of the biggest environmental impacts in this industry don't happen at the mine. They happen during processing.
Most crystals arrive buried in dirt and clay. In the conventional supply chain, they're often cleaned with industrial acids and solvents, polished with petroleum-based mineral oils, sometimes even coated or stabilized with resins. The result may look beautiful, but it leaves invisible residues and an environmental footprint few brands ever talk about.
We do it differently. Every raw crystal is cleaned in-house using natural, skin-safe ingredients, a safer and more patient process that achieves the same results without harsh chemicals. We finish with jojoba oil, a plant-based, biodegradable oil that enhances each crystal's natural beauty without toxic residues.
It costs more, takes longer, and demands a higher standard of care. But it means your crystals are clean, safe, and exactly as nature intended.
Reducing waste through innovation

Less than 50% of the material we receive meets the visual and structural standards required for our store.
But minerals that formed over millions of years deserve more than being discarded because they aren’t “perfect.”
Instead of rejecting the rest, we take responsibility for it.
Small fragments, irregular pieces, and lower-grade material are redirected to artisans, educators, landscapers, and agricultural soil enrichment projects. Even tiny chips are collected and reused whenever possible.
Because sustainability doesn’t start with what you sell.

It starts with what you refuse to waste.
What Happens to the Material Nobody Wants?

Many crystal businesses claim they travel the world to “hand-select crystals at the source.” While idealistic and sounds great from a marketing standpoint, this is not only highly misleading but nearly impossible in practice.
In reality, much of the industry operates through wholesalers, brokers, and gem shows. By the time crystals reach those channels, large portions of the original material have already been rejected or abandoned.
We choose a different approach.
Whenever possible, we purchase the entire collection, not just the visually perfect pieces. This allows us to make sure the remaining material is redirected to people who can actually use it rather than letting it become waste.
Giving Existing Collections a Thoughtful Next Home

Not every crystal needs to be newly mined to have value.
We actively purchase and curate existing mineral collections, helping keep beautiful material in circulation.
This reduces the demand for new extraction while giving collectors, educators, and makers access to crystals that already exist.
The most ethical crystal is the one that has already been discovered.
Conscious Packaging

Protecting your crystals shouldn’t come at the planet’s expense.
We prioritize low-impact materials that keep your order safe while reducing unnecessary waste. Every component is carefully chosen so it can either return to the earth or stay in circulation instead of becoming trash.
Compostable & Plastic-Free
All bulk crystals are packaged in 100% plant-based compostable cotton bags, never single-use plastic.
Recycled & Reused Shipping Materials
Our shipping boxes are made from post-consumer recycled cardboard or thoughtfully repurposed boxes given a second life.
Most brands make packaging your problem. We made it ours.

When we designed our cotton drawstring bags, we had one rule: make them worth keeping.

So we buy them back, and we cover the shipping. Request a free prepaid label, return your bags in good condition, and receive store credit toward your next order. It's one of the only programs like it anywhere, born from a simple belief: a business that creates packaging should own what happens to it next.
Keep what you receive. Return it when you're ready. We'll take it from there.

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Amethyst Raw Crystal Clusters | AAA Grade | Uruguay | 1–2 Inch

Fast & Free US Shipping Over $99

Why Ethical Isn't Enough

Sustainability at Beyond Bohemian

What Happens After the Mine Matters

Reducing waste through innovation

What Happens to the Material Nobody Wants?

Giving Existing Collections a Thoughtful Next Home

Conscious Packaging

Most brands make packaging your problem. We made it ours.

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