The amethyst clusters from Brazil are a medium to dark purple color and list retail for $12.00 per pound. The amethyst crystals have formed on a base and are excellent quality amethyst. Pieces range from one to four pounds plus. Amethyst is a purple variety of quartz with a hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale. The amethyst clusters will make an excellent gift as is or add some pewter figurines to individualize the gift. Remember do not display the amethyst in the sun for a long period of time or the color may fade. Amethyst is the birthstone for February. Should your amethyst crystal cluster get dusty from being on display, clean it by rinsing in room temperature water and the beautiful sparkle will return.