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AMETHYST
BEAD
(Silicone Dioxide SiO2)
Amethyst is a
beautiful purple quartz. Its color ranges from lilac to
deep, dark purple. It is a very popular gemstone and is
used extensively in jewellery design. The name Amethyst
originated from the Greek meaning ‘not drunken’. In
ancient Greece people carried amethyst on their person
and even carved wine goblets from amethyst in hopes of
staving off the effects of alcohol.
Amethyst can occur
in long prism shaped crystals or can form as crystalline
crusts with pointed terminations. Amethyst is very
popular for its color and beautiful crystal shapes.
Not all amethyst is
the same. Different locales produce their very own
unique quartz. Amethyst mines can be found in Brazil,
Uruguay, Africa, Italy, Germany, United States, and
Canada. The most noteworthy amethyst hails from the
Ural Mountains in Russia. A very clear, dark variety of
amethyst is found in the mountains and are cut for very
expensive gemstones. Deep, dark purple quartz are also
found in Guerro, Mexico. These are among the most
valuable amethyst in the world.
Some people feel
amethyst has mystical power to increase spirituality and
inner peace. Others believe amethyst will aide with
headaches, blood sugar imbalances, edginess, and
facilitates healing. It is often given as a symbol of
sincerity, security and peace of mind. Some people
still believe it to be an antidote against intoxication.
The color purple is
often used for royalty. Amethyst has been used for
centuries to adorn rich and powerful rulers. Amethyst
is the birthstone for February and the anniversary stone
for the fourth and sixth years of marriage.
Traditionally used in jewellery settings, Amethyst is
used in a variety of ornamental settings such as clocks,
vases, bookends and more. Amethyst is a beautiful
affordable gemstone we can all enjoy.
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