Yellow-Green Prasiolite

Light green and white Amethyst

Prasiolite is created when Amethyst is treated with heat, or low levels of radiation. Although Prasiolite is a naturally occurring stone (this is true Prasiolite, rather than treated Amethyst), this process is simulated in factories to help supply a demand for such a rare rock. A similar procedure is used to create Citrine, as some Amethyst will turn orange when exposed to high temperatures (lower temperatures than the ones used for creating Prasiolite).

Our Yellow-Green Prasiolite tumbled stones are made by heat treating natural Amethyst stones. 

Amethyst is a variety of Quartz that has fused with Manganese and Iron during its formation. The strength of its distinctive colour is determined by how much Iron is present in its content. The geographical location of Amethyst can have a strong impact on the characteristics of its crystals, including the shade and strength of its colour. These can range from pale lavender, to a shade of purple close to black.

Amethyst is a very soothing stone, and is commonly used to relieve negative emotions such as stress and to dispel anger. It has been thought to aid in treatment of blood diseases, burns and infections.

Please keep out of direct sunlight as this will remove its colour.