It was credited with creating an atmosphere of pious calm, imbuing a sense of mental peace, and quietude.Īmethyst helps in identifying the root causes behind one’s negative behaviors, habits, and emotional patterns that create imbalance and disease. Additionally, Amethyst was popular in rosaries and prayer beads. It was also often used to align planetary and astrological influences. In Eastern cultures, it was listed in descriptions of sacred 'gem-cities', 'trees of life', and used in temple offerings for worship. To the Egyptians, it was Hemag, listed in the Book of the Dead to be carved into heart-shaped amulets for burial. To the Hebrews, it was Ahlamah, the ninth stone in the breastplate of the High Priest engraved with the tribe of Dan, as well as the twelfth foundation stone for the New Jerusalem. In the spiritual world, an Amethyst crystal provided a connection to the Divine. Like other royal stones, it protected its wearer from disease and infection.

On the other side, it was considered to be a powerful psychic stone of protection against witchcraft and black magic. It lent assistance to hunters in the capture of wild beasts and fowl. It also kept soldiers from harm and gave them victory over their enemies. For travelers, it was worn as protection from treachery and surprise attacks.

Your amethyst jewelry may be cleaned with a soft-bristled brush or a cloth with plain or soapy water.Some historical Amethyst healing reports include its ability to control evil thoughts, increase intelligence, and render men shrewd in business matters. Avoid sudden temperature changes, steaming and contact with cosmetics, hairspray, perfume or household chemicals. You should assume that the amethysts sold at MyJewelrySource are heat treated.Īmethyst Care: Do not use an ultrasonic cleaner on amethyst. Heat treatment is industry accepted, permanent and does not require special care. A basic understanding of these enhancement techniques will add to your appreciation of the beauty, durability and value of the gemstone jewelry you already own, or plan to purchase in the future. Some amethysts are heat treated but the darker colors of amethyst are rarely enhanced to perfect their color. Amethyst rates 6 1/2 to 7 on the Mohs scale of hardness.Īlthough cutting is the most basic enhancement method necessary to display the beauty of a gemstone, there are many fascinating methods by which man has demonstrated his ability to draw maximum color, luster, clarity and brilliance from natures earthbound treasures. Amethyst is mined primarily in Brazil and Zambia. Amethyst is the February Birthstone and the suggested gift for the sixth wedding anniversary.

The gemstone is featured prominently and with just a touch of diamonds, the ring is tasteful, elegant, wearable and noticeable! If you love the soft pastel shade of the green amethyst, this wonderful design is also available with the green amethyst in GR-2069. This ring features a 8mm round checkerboard faceted amethyst with diamond accents. One of our original and favorite rings is our GR-2027. We do offer other metals, like palladium or platinum, by special order. These are done with white sapphire accent stones and are available in white or yellow gold. We have other 3 stone rings with princess cut amethyst, GR-2079, round amethyst, GR-2101, or cushion cut amethyst, GR-2093. This ring is classic and elegant and is perfect for someone who prefers a smaller, very wearable ring. Beautiful engraving has been added to the band to give an antique feel to the design. Our most petite design, GR-2075, features a gorgeous oval amethyst in a 3 stone setting flanked by either white sapphires or diamonds. MyJewelrySource offers many styles of amethyst rings from three stone, or past present future, designs to antique or vintage styles to diamond halo or diamond accent settings.

Amethyst rings