amethyst jewelry

Amethyst is a form of Quartz, which is purple in color. This semi-precious stone is available in various shades of purple such as deep-purple, lilac, mauve and lavender. According to one source, the word Amethyst comes from the Greek word ‘Amethysts’ meaning ‘sober’. Another legend has it that the word originates from the Greek word, ‘amethustos’ meaning ‘not drunken’. In any which way, Amethyst jewelry is mainly recommended to calm one, hence, easing one of their uneasiness.

Certain legends ascertain that Amethyst has the power to help people let go of all evil thoughts that afflict them.

Through the ages, Amethyst has been regarded as a royal jewel. It has known to bring success and prosperity to the Egyptians, Romans, Chinese and Indian civilization. The royal families used Amethyst to adorn their jewelry, be it the crown, necklace, earrings or rings.

This purple Quartz is mainly worn by those born in the month of February, thus, being the gemstone for the Pisces sun sign. It also is the gemstone that marks the 4th, 6th and 17th wedding anniversary.

Amethyst jewelry is believed to cure alcoholics, thereby helping them to overcome their addiction. Apart from this it cures hearing and sleep disorders, headaches and other forms of aches and pains. It is said to have the powers of enhancing peace, love, spiritual progress, courage, foresight and happiness. People who wear Amethyst jewelry claim to have better sleep and happier dreams.

Gemstone jewelry in Indian fashion ~ author Karishma Bajaj.