February Birthstone-Amethyst
Birthstones have real meaning and significance, and each calendar month is associated with a birthstone. People love to wear jewellery with their birthstones as it endows the person with good fortune and health.
Jewellery incorporated with birthstones make a lovable gift. The Birthstone associated with the month of February is the semi precious stone Amethyst. Coming from the Greek word ‘amethystos’ meaning ‘not drunk’, it is a purple coloured stone whose hues range from lilac to deep violet. The purple colour has since ancient times been the colour associated with royalty and Amethyst since ancient times has been used to adorn the kings, queens and nobles. A member of the quartz family, it is the most precious.
This amazing Gemstone is found in Brazil, Uruguay, Madagascar, Bolivia, Argentina, Australia, India, America, Sri Lanka and South Korea.
Properties of Amethyst as February’s birthstone
Amethyst is a stone said to be associated with peace, protection and tranquility, inner strength and sincerity. A symbol of spirituality, this stone has been used to embellish churches and crosses. Also bishops and priests wore this stone in rings and on rosaries. Amethyst is also said to absorb negative energies, it can also be used as a guard against drunkenness. Also said to be the stone of independence, it can also cure addiction, insomnia and headache. It is also considered as a sobriety stone.
Amethyst Birthstone Jewellery
Amethyst is a beautiful gem used to make a number of accessories like necklaces, rings, bracelets and pendants. Its regal colour makes it a popular stone for Jeweler. Encrusted in metal like gold, silver or platinum, the purple hue of this stone looks charming. Not so expensive a gemstone, Amethyst can be called an affordable luxury.
You can gift any accessory made out of this exquisite stone to your February born loved ones.
An Amethyst ring is a stunning accessory and can make any outfit appear modish.
Amethyst earrings are charming. A pair of these can make you appear stylish and elegant.
Necklaces of this beautiful stone can light up your neck with its rich purple hue.
Amethyst bracelets can sparkle your wrist for any occasion.
Amethyst is also the anniversary stone for the couples celebrating 6th Wedding Anniversary. To gift someone Amethyst is a symbol of protection and a power to overcome difficult situation. It is something to be treasured forever and anyone who wears it gets a feeling of royalty.