Origin Of Amethyst Gemstone

The gemstone Amethyst with its deep purple color is an epitome of royalty and for centuries it has adorned the British Crowns. Amethyst jewelry is appreciated by women of all age and style irrespective of their class. The best part of Amethyst jewelry is that it looks stunning and is easily available and affordable. It is the birthstone of the people born in the month of February and lucky stone for those who are celebrating their 17th wedding anniversary. So, these lucky people should wear Amethyst jewelry to boost their style and luck. If you are not born in the month of February, you can combine Amethyst with your own birthstone you can create interesting, appealing and unique gemstone jewelry like earrings, rings and even pendants will look classy.

The name Amethyst is derived from a Greek word "amethystos" which means ‘not drunk’ or ‘not intoxicated. It varies in colors ranging from lilac, lavender to deep rich hues of purple and violet. Violet color amethyst with flashes of red known as Siberian Amethyst and is the most sought after. Gem traders have nicknamed the lilac and lavender colors of amethyst as "Rose de France".

Amethyst jewelry looks amazingly elegant and the stone, Amethyst, is originated from the story of Greek legends. It is said that the god of wine, Bacchus, was once snubbed human. Bacchus got upset and pledged that he would take revenge of this insult by making his tigers attack the next man who will cross his way. According to folklores, it is said that a stunning maiden whose name was Amethysta, came to his way. In order to save the beautiful and delicate Amethysta, Goddess Diana spelled her magic. She turned Amethysta to a quartz statue and saved her from the fierce tiger. Looking at this the heart of Bacchus cried and he felt remorseful. In this state he cried tears of wine over the statue of Amethysta which turned out to be a velvety and flawless stone in deep purple color. The name of the stone was dedicated to Amethysta.

If heated, Amethyst gets decolorized, so it is very important to keep Amethyst jewelry away from direct sun for long durations. On heating its purple color gets changed into yellow color thereby, making your beautiful Amethyst jewelry citrine.

Amethyst symbolizes purity, clarity and faithfulness. By wearing Amethyst jewelry one can look adorably sexy plus imbibe the metaphysical powers. Amethyst is also associated with Buddha and that is why it is used in making prayer beads in Tibet. The color purple signifies royalty and grandiose and this makes Amethyst jewelry look graceful and classy. For this reason, Amethyst has been the favorite in the British Crown Jewels. Catherine the Great was really impressed with the grace and exquisiteness of Amethyst and she possessed many Amethyst jewelry items. History is evident that the roots of Amethyst can be traced in Egypt. Egyptian soldiers used to protect themselves from the enemies by wearing Amethyst pendants or rings. Amethyst jewelry is well known for its courage boosting powers and it is used to help them fight against the enemies with full strength. Amethyst jewelry also guards against the influence of alcohol, so many people used to wear it to safe guard themselves. Several tribal societies like Shamans used Amethyst jewelry as talisman, the objects of power. The beauty and elegance of Amethyst jewelry including rings, pendants, earrings and bracelets is accentuated when it is set in sterling silver jewelry frames.