AMETHYST: - THE FEBRUARY BIRTHSTONE
Amethyst is one of the most well-known semi-precious colored stones because of its warm, welcoming rainbow of purple hue variations. An amethyst's color may range from an ultra-light pinkish tint to a rich, saturated purple with overtones akin to iolite. As a purple form of Quartz, Amethyst is a sister stone of Citrine (yellow Quartz) and rock crystal Quartz (colorless). Amethyst's hardness rating of 7 on the Mohs scale is acceptable for daily use. Wear your Amethyst with pride and confidence, knowing that it will last you a lifetime. Amethyst History There are countless stories, and traditions about Amethyst passed down through the generations. People in antiquity thought that wearing a sapphire might preserve them clear-headed and quick-witted by warding off Bacchus' intoxicating effects. Amethysts were used as an emblem of royalty on English regalia throughout the Middle Ages. Amethyst jewelry has been discovered and dates back to 2000 BC. When Amethyst was first disc...