What is amethyst?
Kurz gesagt:
Amethyst is violet quartz – February’s birthstone. Deep Russian Amethyst (reddish-purple) is the most valuable category; ideal in silver and gold.
Amethyst is purple quartz, its color created by iron impurities and natural radiation. It is the birthstone for February, one of the best-known gemstones in the world, and affordable in large quantities and sizes.
Amethyst Quality
- "Deep Russian" Amethyst: Intense reddish-purple – most expensive category
- Uruguay and Zambia: Most intense colors
- Largely inclusion-free in high quality
Combining Amethyst in Jewelry
- Amethyst + Yellow Gold: Warm and luxurious
- Amethyst + White Gold: Contrasting and modern
- Amethyst + Silver: Classic boho style
Symbolism
Stone of wisdom and clarity – worn in antiquity against intoxication (a-methystos = not drunk). Today: Protection, spirituality, and clear thinking.
Amethyst jewelry in gold and silver: corelunejewellery.de.
