Amethyst is considered a semi precious gemstone which is available in colors ranging from a light lavender rose color to almost a purple black. Amethyst is from the quartz family and can be found all over the world. The most prized Amethyst at once time came from Russia. Today the Russian mines do not produce the famed Siberian Amethyst since the mines are been empty for many years. Africa is a leading supplier of beautiful Amethyst today with rich Purple gemstones offering pink and red hues!
Amethyst is believed to induce peace, serenity and temperance in you, plus it will restrict sensual and alcoholic intoxication, which may be good or bad. Amethyst is said to improve your skin and hair, and prevent baldness. It will protect you from deceit. Its purple shade is linked to royalty and given as a gift for the sixth Wedding Anniversary.
Amethyst colour characteristic varies, from a light, slightly pinkish violet to a deep grape purple.
Amethyst meaning-The word "amethyst" or “amethystos” originated from Greek and may be translated as “not drunken,” as amethyst was considered to be a strong antidote to drunkenness. Ancient Roman and Greeks and even Egyptians both believe d in the powers of the amethyst gemstone and hand made amethyst cameo display expert workmanship carving skills called Intaglio.
Intaglio is carving at back of amethyst crystal so that design is clearly visible in front to make amethyst necklace of stunning beauty and fine workmanship.
Amethyst is a highly sought-after precious gem, which for centuries has been widely used in the creation and encrustation of jewelry and everyday items. Amethyst crystal is February's birthstone and amethyst crystals make impressive gemstone specimens from small to large mineral specimens.
Amethyst is formed in large geode within volcanic rock, rare sapphire s include Trapiche or star sapphire.
Star sapphire contains inclusions, mainly mineral rutile that causes display of six ray pattern that is highly regarded as natural gemstone. the value of this star sapphire depends on carat weight and body colour and intensity of star pattern
Amethyst gemstone healing properties are said to induce peace and purple colour is linked to royaltyand is recommended as a gift for sixth wedding anniversary
Metaphysically speaking, the benefits of these amethyst stones are said to include relaxing the mind, enhancing mental activity, and giving strength and willpower to follow passions and stop undesirable habits.
Physically, amethysts are believed by some to stabilise the metabolism, stimulate tissue rejuvenation, and increase the production of red corpuscles. Some people use amethysts to treat disorders of blood sugar levels and lapses in the immune system. Its chemical composition number is SiO2 and its hardness ratio is 7.Amethyst jewelry is popular set in silver amethyst ring or pendant and matching earrings .
Amethyst rocks mineral is mined in brazil ,Uruguay ,Africa but most Russian amethyst mines are worked out and this amethyst is prized quality amethyst stone called Deep Russian.
Since south American amethyst mines came in production the price has now dropped so they are ideal to make amethyst necklace and multi gemstone necklaces as faceted or natural rough amethyst
Many gemstone factories process and cut amethyst stone as natural gemstone that facets well and displays good colour play.
Buy rough gemstone from mineral auctions to cut and polish or loose amethyst gemstones from amethyst gemstone dealer. Amethyst pairs ideal for earrings or matching rings to Amethyst beads and carvings, natural faceted Amethyst is always popular
For any investor, collector or amethyst lover, it is recommended to have a Gemological identification certificate for authenticity. For amethyst gemstone information ,this is an independent report issued by an independent gemologist from an approved gemmology laboratory.
