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Uniqueness
When buying an amethyst, you should look for special patterns in the color bands or interesting inclusions that you think are special.  These might not technically add to the price of the amethyst, but they might make the stone more special or interesting for you.  Fine custom jewelers often appreciate the natural idiosyncrities of amethyst and charge higher prices for peices they think are unique.

Cut: This amethyst has an unusual cut.  It does not necessarily make it worth more, but it can make it more desirable to the right person.	Cut and Inclusions: This amethyst has a fancy cut and prominent characteristic inclusions.	Inclusions:  This is a very included amethyst: it's poor clarity detracts significantly from its value.  However, since these inclusions make it look almost opalesque, they add interest and attractiveness.	Color Bands:  A distinctive trait of amethyst: this stone has bands of different shades of purple.  This can make the gemstone more interesting, but does not make it significantly more expensive.

Learn More About Amethyst

How COLOR affects the value of an amethyst
How CUT affects the value of an amethyst
How CLARITY affects the value of an amethyst
How SIZE affects the value of an amethyst
How UNIQUENESS affects the value of an amethyst
Amethyst treatments and synthetics
Amethyst meaning and symbology

 

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