Coveted for its color ranging from light purple to deep violet, February’s birthstone Amethyst makes gorgeous jewelry. Associated with spirituality, wisdom, sobriety, and security the name comes from the Greek word “amethystos” meaning “sober.” Many ancient Greeks thought amethyst would protect them from drunkenness and also the color reminded them of wine.
Found all over the world, some of the finest coming from Brazil, Uruguay, the US, Madagascar to name a few. Amethyst is a variation of quartz and a 7.0 on the hardness scale. A little known fact: there is a green amethyst.
Amethyst is said to symbolize protection; the power to overcome hardships and to strengthen the bond in a love relationship. Beauty and symbolism, sounds like a perfect gift to me!
CED Amethyst Oval Cabochon Ring
Have an infinitely modern day!
