Kind Of Quartz Used As A Gem Crossword Clue

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Updated: July 30, 2024

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	noun • a transparent purple variety of quartz; used as a gemstone adjective satellite • of a moderate purple color
	47%	12		Quartz varieties like rose quartz or smoky quartz
	adjective satellite • used of gemstones having less commercial value than precious stones
	38%	4		Variety of quartz, used as a gem
	noun • a deep orange-red variety of chalcedony

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