February Birthstone Amethyst | Explaining the Meaning, Effects, and Appeal of the Gemstone to Give to Your Special One
Effect (recommended luck)
Love luck and mental stability
Amethyst characteristics
Purple crystal. To calm the mind.
February Birthstone (Amethyst) Words
Amethyst symbolizes sincerity, peace of mind, and nobility, and is revered as a gemstone that brings mental stability and improved intelligence.
Amethyst Colors
Amethyst is known for its beautiful purple color, which ranges from pale lilac to deep royal purple.
The thoughts behind amethyst
Amethyst promotes spiritual growth and purification of the mind, and is said to give the wearer calm judgment and deep insight, and protect them from stress and anxiety.
The charm and characteristics of amethyst
A type of quartz, it is an easy-to-handle gemstone with a hardness of 7. It has high transparency and its beautiful purple color is the result of the action of iron ions and natural radiation.
Amethyst History and Origin
The name comes from the Greek word "amethystos" (not drunken), and in ancient Greece it was used as a talisman to prevent drunkenness. In Christianity it is a sacred gemstone used in bishops' rings.
Where is Amethyst Found?
The main producing areas are Brazil, Uruguay, Zambia and Madagascar. The Brazilian and Uruguay stones are particularly high quality and are popular as jewelry.
