Gorgeous Amethyst Nugget Beads - 14mm x 10mmPrice is per 16 inch string of about 30 beads. Each measures about 14mm x 10mm x 9mm, beautifully polished. May be slightly different shape, depending on stock. Amethyst belongs to the quartz family and the purple colour is due to traces of iron. Coloured purple to lilac, and ranging from opaque to transparent. Named from the Greek word "amethustos", meaning without wine. Amethyst is an especially powerful stone, a symbol of sincerity, security, and