Amethyst element impurities), and the presence of trace elements, which result in complex crystal lattice substitutions. The hardness of the mineral is the same as quartz, thus it is suitable for use in jewelry. Amethyst occurs in primary hues from a light pinkish violet to a deep purple. Amethyst may exhibit one or both secondary hues, red and blue. The best varieties of amethyst can be found in Siberia, Sri Lanka, Brazil and the far East. The ideal grade is called "Deep Siberian" and has a primary purple hue of around 75–80%, with 15–20% blue and (depending on the light source)
Amethyst, Princess of Gemworld the original "Amethyst, Princess of Gemworld" 12-issue limited series, "Amethyst Annual" #1, "DC Comics Presents" #63, and the first 11 issues of the 16-issue ongoing "Amethyst" series. In 2013, a series of short animated features starring Amethyst, voiced by Sophie Oda, were aired as part of the "DC Nation" block on Cartoon Network. The seven-episode series used designs by Brianne Drouhard and was animated by Japanese studio David Production. These shorts portray Gemworld as a video game into which Amy Winston is magically transported to battle the forces of Dark Opal. It modernizes Amethyst's design, making her a Japanese-inspired magical