Since the dawn of civilization people are fascinated by crystals and gems. They're brilliant, sparkling and beautiful, no wonder we all like to decorate ourselves and our environment with such treasures.There are lots of methods to this appreciation of diamonds. For the geologist, the ideal crystal structure of an Amethyst is a magical window into the first minutes of the introduction of the planet. Taking a look at the deep purple rock, he will see his mind's eyes that the oxygen and silicon fo...