Gemstones | Amethyst
AMETHYST
The essence of the colour purple, amethyst is beautiful enough for crown jewels
Because of its wine-like colour, early Greek legends associated amethyst with Bacchus, the god of wine. Other legends reflected the belief that amethyst kept its wearer clear-headed and quick-witted in battle and in business affairs. Because amethyst was associated with wine, it was believed that wearing amethyst prevented drunkenness.
Fine amethysts have been set in religious jewellery and crown jewels for centuries. It was once considered equal to ruby, emerald and sapphire. It’s no wonder that fine amethyst adorns the fingers of bishops as well as the coronation regalia of the British royal family.
Amethyst is the birthstone for February and the gem for the 6th and 17th wedding anniversaries. Also, it one of the emblems of the twelve apostles.
Fine amethysts have been set in religious jewellery and crown jewels for centuries. It was once considered equal to ruby, emerald and sapphire. It’s no wonder that fine amethyst adorns the fingers of bishops as well as the coronation regalia of the British royal family.
Amethyst is the birthstone for February and the gem for the 6th and 17th wedding anniversaries. Also, it one of the emblems of the twelve apostles.
