Amethyst

Amethyst is the most highly valued and recognizable gemstone of the quartz family. Amethyst are purple in colour. The finest quality Amethyst is medium to medium dark in tone, vivid in intensity, and purple, reddish purple to bluish purple in hue.

Ancient Romans believed that if one drank their wine with amethyst goblets, they would not become inebriated. The story of amethyst comes from Greek legends. "The god of wine, Bacchus, was insulted one day by a mere moral. He swore the next mortal that crossed his path, would be attacked by his fierce tigers. Along came a beautiful maiden named Amethyst. Goddess Diana turned Amethyst in a beautiful statue of quartz to save her from the tigers claws. Remorseful Bacchus swept tears of wine over the stone maiden, creating a lively purple stone."

Treatments

Uneven colour amethyst are heat treated to enhance their colour.

Caring

Keep away from direct sunlight, it become paler if keep out in the sun.

Avoid contact with strong solutions and chemicals

Clean with warm, soapy water with a soft bristle brush.

Avoid sudden temperature changes.