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Amethyst is a purple veriety of [[quartz]], comprised of Silicon oxide and possibly manganese. Amethyst exposed to extreme heat turns yellow, becomming yellow quartz. The term "Amethyst" comes from a greek phrase meaning, "Not intoxicated," a reference to the belief that the stone could prevent intoxication.<ref>[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amethyst Amethyst], on Wikipedia.org</ref> Originally, Amethyst was considered one of the cardinal gemstones along with [[diamond]], [[sapphire]], [[ruby]], and [[emerald]], however, the discovery of large deposits of amethyst has greatly lowered its value.
'''Amethyst''' is a purple veriety of [[quartz]], comprised of Silicon oxide and possibly manganese. Amethyst exposed to extreme heat turns yellow, becomming yellow quartz. The term "Amethyst" comes from a greek phrase meaning, "Not intoxicated," a reference to the belief that the stone could prevent intoxication.<sup>[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amethyst]</sup> Originally, Amethyst was considered one of the cardinal [[gems|gemstones]] along with [[diamond]], [[sapphire]], [[ruby]], and [[emerald]], however, the discovery of large deposits of amethyst has greatly lowered its value.


The world of [[Elanthia]] attaches the amethyst to the [[Arkati]], [[Cholen]], who reigns over wine and merrymaking. It is still regarded as a ward against drunkeness as a result. The amethyst is a signature jewel of the Elven house of [[Loenthra]].<ref>[http://www.play.net/gs4/info/gems/gems1.asp#Amethyst Elanthian Gems: Amethyst], on Play.net</ref>
The world of [[Elanthia]] attaches the amethyst to the [[Arkati]], [[Cholen]], who reigns over wine and merrymaking. It is still regarded as a ward against drunkeness as a result. The amethyst is a signature jewel of the Elven house of [[Loenthra]].


== List of Amethysts ==
== List of Amethysts ==
{{Gem disclaimer}}
{{Gem
|name = a brilliant wyrm's-tooth amethyst
|rarity = Rare
|value = 3000 - 7500
|location = [[The Rift]]
|description = Shades of lilac, violet, and indigo flow seamlessly together within the sleekly sharpened amethyst. Jagged edges taper to a point, each laced with flecks of ebony trapped within the precious purple gemstone. A pale lavender light coruscates across the lustrous surface like bolts of lightning in the midst of a summer storm.}}


{{Gem
{{Gem
|name = a deep purple amethyst
|name = a deep purple amethyst
|rarity = Uncommon
|rarity = Uncommon
|value = 300
|value = 200-300
|location = Any
|location = Any
|description = Several dark, deep purple prismatic spears radiate outward from a central point to form this crown-like collection of amethyst crystals. Each spear shows the deepest color in its interior, fading gradually to clear crystal on the outside.<ref>[http://www.gs4.org/modules/mediawiki/index.php/Gems Gem Discriptions], on GemStone IV Player Library</ref>}}
|description = Several dark, deep purple prismatic spears radiate outward from a central point to form this crown-like collection of amethyst crystals. Each spear shows the deepest color in its interior, fading gradually to clear crystal on the outside.}}


{{Gem
{{Gem
|name = a brilliant wyrm's-tooth amethyst
|name = a frosted pale violet amethyst
|rarity = Rare
|rarity =
|value = 2000
|value = 275
|location = [[The Rift]]
|location = [[Hinterwilds]]
|description = Though predominantly a rich purple in hue, the cluster of amethyst's color fades toward the extremes of its crystalline structures. This makes it appear that it is dusted with the faintest coating of glistening frost.}}
|description = Shades of lilac, violet, and indigo flow seamlessly together within the sleekly sharpened amethyst. Jagged edges taper to a point, each laced with flecks of ebony trapped within the precious purple gemstone. A pale lavender light coruscates across the lustrous surface like bolts of lightning in the midst of a summer storm.}}

{{Gem
|name = a shadow amethyst
|rarity =
|value =
|location = [[Sanctum of Scales]]
|description = The small gem is so deep a violet that it appears black toward its core. Little impurities in the jewel tangle it with veins of bloody red and sickly blue.}}

{{Gem
|name = a smoky amethyst
|rarity =
|value = 500 - 1000
|location = [[Settlement of Reim]]
|description = Like the coming of night, dark smoky hues wash over the twilight purple landscape of this faceted stone. Tiny, clear crystals suspended in the quartz glitter like stars.}}


== References ==
== References ==
*[http://www.play.net/gs4/info/gems/gems1.asp#Amethyst Amethyst on Play.net]
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[[Category:The Rift gems]]

Latest revision as of 10:01, 2 August 2022

Amethyst is a purple veriety of quartz, comprised of Silicon oxide and possibly manganese. Amethyst exposed to extreme heat turns yellow, becomming yellow quartz. The term "Amethyst" comes from a greek phrase meaning, "Not intoxicated," a reference to the belief that the stone could prevent intoxication.[1] Originally, Amethyst was considered one of the cardinal gemstones along with diamond, sapphire, ruby, and emerald, however, the discovery of large deposits of amethyst has greatly lowered its value.

The world of Elanthia attaches the amethyst to the Arkati, Cholen, who reigns over wine and merrymaking. It is still regarded as a ward against drunkeness as a result. The amethyst is a signature jewel of the Elven house of Loenthra.

List of Amethysts

Note: The rarities listed are estimates and depend on the status of the treasure system in the area hunted. Average values listed are approximations and are generally taken from the sell values of a character selling gems with no trading bonus. See the Trading article for more information on variations of sell values.
Rarity: Rare
Average value: 3000 - 7500
Location: The Rift

a brilliant wyrm's-tooth amethyst

Description:   Shades of lilac, violet, and indigo flow seamlessly together within the sleekly sharpened amethyst. Jagged edges taper to a point, each laced with flecks of ebony trapped within the precious purple gemstone. A pale lavender light coruscates across the lustrous surface like bolts of lightning in the midst of a summer storm.


Rarity: Uncommon
Average value: 200-300
Location: Any

a deep purple amethyst

Description:   Several dark, deep purple prismatic spears radiate outward from a central point to form this crown-like collection of amethyst crystals. Each spear shows the deepest color in its interior, fading gradually to clear crystal on the outside.


Rarity:
Average value: 275
Location: Hinterwilds

a frosted pale violet amethyst

Description:   Though predominantly a rich purple in hue, the cluster of amethyst's color fades toward the extremes of its crystalline structures. This makes it appear that it is dusted with the faintest coating of glistening frost.


Rarity:
Average value:
Location: Sanctum of Scales

a shadow amethyst

Description:   The small gem is so deep a violet that it appears black toward its core. Little impurities in the jewel tangle it with veins of bloody red and sickly blue.


Rarity:
Average value: 500 - 1000
Location: Settlement of Reim

a smoky amethyst

Description:   Like the coming of night, dark smoky hues wash over the twilight purple landscape of this faceted stone. Tiny, clear crystals suspended in the quartz glitter like stars.


References