Amethyst

Amethyst is February's birthstone. It is a dazzling violet gem stone. It is fabulous in necklaces, rings, bracelets, earrings, and pendants. Often, Amethyst is thought to be a symbol of security, sincerity, and peace of mind.

Amethyst Information

Amethyst is lilac, purple, or mauve. Top quality amethyst is transparent. Amethyst has a hardness of 7.

Clean your Amethyst with a soft bristle brush and soapy, warm water. Amethyst often fades if left out in the sun for long periods of time.

Amethyst is occassionally heat treated to create Citrine.

Amethyst is mined in Brazil, Canada, United States, India, Madagascar, Namibia, Russia, and Sri Lanka.

Amethyst is the February Modern and Traditional Birthstone

For the 4th and 6th year of marriage, Amethyst is the anniversary gemstone.

Amethyst is used to increase spiritually.

Often amethyst is used in presents to represent security, sincerity, and peace of mind.

Legends proclaim that wearing amethyst jewelry or drinking from a chalice made from amethyst will prevent intoxication from alcohol. What a wonderful gem indeed!