Sujet
Amethyst is a violet variety of quartz
Légende
Amethyst is a violet variety of quartz often used in jewellery. The name comes from the Ancient Greek methustos ("intoxicated") / a reference to the belief that the stone protected its owner from drunkenness; the ancient Greeks and Romans wore amethyst and made drinking vessels of it in the belief that it would prevent intoxication. Chemical formula Silica (silicon dioxide / SiO2)
Crédit
Photo12/Ann Ronan Picture Library
Notre référence
ARP11A03_149
Licence
Droits gérés
Format disponible
52,2Mo (1,2Mo) / 30,6cm x 42,7cm / 3616 x 5048 (300dpi)