Amethyst
The name “amethyst” derives from the Greek amethystos, which means “a remedy against drunkenness,” a benefit long ascribed to the purple birthstone. Because of its wine-like color, early Greek mythology associated the gem with Bacchus, the god of wine. Amethyst was also believed to keep the wearer clear headed and quick witted in battle and business affairs. Renaissance Europeans thought it calmed lovers overrun by passion.
Amethyst is the gem traditionally given for the sixth wedding anniversary. Wear it in celebration of your wedding nuptials or as your February birthstone and you’ll be in royal company: Catherine the Great (Empress Catherine II of Russia, 1729–1796) had a penchant for the gem and decked herself in amethyst necklaces, earrings and other ornaments. The famous jewelry connoisseur Wallis, Duchess of Windsor (1896–1986), made a memorable statement when she wore a lavish Cartier-designed amethyst bib necklace to a gala in Versailles in 1953.
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15ct Gold Suffragette Chain
$5,200.00 (GST incl.) -
9ct Gold Amethyst and Diamond Pendant
$510.00 (GST incl.) -
Amethyst and Marcasite Drop Earrings in Sterling Silver
$180.00 (GST incl.) -
Amethyst and Marcasite Stud Earrings
$240.00 (GST incl.) -
Amethyst and Silver Bracelet
$350.00 (GST incl.) -
Amethyst Pendant
$1,160.00 (GST incl.) -
Antique Silver Amethyst Ring
$360.00 (GST incl.) -
Cuff links
$675.00 (GST incl.) -
Georgian Amethyst and Diamond Ring
$13,475.00 (GST incl.) -
Silver, Marcasite and Amethyst Earrings
$425.00 (GST incl.)