Amethyst Jewelry
Listing of websites featuring Amethyst as rings and pendants. Amethyst comes in a variety of colors ranging from deep purple, rose & lilac to green. Amethyst jewelry set in gold & silver is made into bracelets, earrings & necklaces. Amethyst crystal is associated with intense emotion and passion. The Greek legend of the origin of the gemstone is a tale or revenge & devotion.
The Legend of Amethyst
Purple Passion. From refreshing lilac to ripe plum, the drama and excitment or purple are fully reflected in Amethyst.
Perhaps because of its depth and richness, Amethyst has always been associated with intense emotion. It is fitting, then that the legend of its origin is a tale of revenge, devotion, and immortal remorse.
The story is told that Dionysus, the Greek God of wine, was insulted one day by a mortal. Enraged, he called forth vicious tigers to extract revenge on the next mortal who would cross his path. This individual was, unfortunatley, the maiden Amethyst. On her way to pay tribute to the Goddess Diana, the innocent girl suddenly found herself face-to-face with the tigers of the vengeful God. To save her from the beasts, Diana turned Amethyst into a statue of pure crystaline quartz. So beautiful was the maiden that Dionysus, in sorrow and remorse, wept tears of rich wine over the statue. His tears stained the quartz, thus creating the poetic gem which still bears her name.
Raging in color from deep purple to pale lavender, Amethyst continues to have wide appeal. The bright purple hue of Amethyst attracts people who find the Blue Music and Vibe color-stories appealing.
Amethyst Care
Amethyst is rated "good" for everyday wear. Avoid direct sunlight and exposure to heat which may cause color fade. Avoid contact with chemicals. To clean, gently scrub with a soft toothbrush and solution of mild dish soap and warm water, or clean in an at-home ultrasonic unit.
Major Sources - Africa, South America.
