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In this section you may sell and / or purchase second hand tools, machines and equipments for the manufacturing of natural stones.

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Amethyst
Amethyst is a stunning member of the quartz family. The striking purple hues of this meditative and calming gem range from pale lilacs to deep purples; colors linked with royalty since the dawn of time. From the Greek word “Amethstos” and the legend of Bacchus, the God of Wine, Amethyst is one of the semi-precious stones used in the breastplate of high priests and is said to be a great remedy against the affects of one too many “spirits”. Physical Properties: Hardness 7 , Specific Gravity 2.6-2.7, Refractive Index 1.54-1.55 Healing Properties: Promotes patience, peace, serenity and healing. “Authentic Semi – Precious” as well as Anti bacterial for all distributors with the exception of Antolini Luigi.
