Amethyst Gemstone - Amethyst Guide | Peoples Jewellers

Amethyst

Mined for thousands of years, amethyst was prized by royals for its rich purple hue. Amethyst was thought to have healing and protective properties. Early Greeks assocaited amethyst and its wine-purple colour to Bacchus, the god of wine, while ancient Romans believed it prevented its wearer from intoxication.



Colour

Amethyst ranges in colour from green to pale violet to deep reddish-purple.

Gem Family

Amethyst is a variety of crystalline quartz.

Hardness

Amethyst rates a 7 on the Mohs hardness scale, making it a good choice for everyday wear.

Treatments

Heat treatment is used to create green amethysts. Purple amethyst is not generally treated.

Birthstone

Amethyst is also the traditional birthstone for those born in February.

Care

Store amethyst away from other gemstones to keep them from being scratched. To clean amethyst, rinse it thoroughly under wam running water and dry with a soft lin-free cloth. Ultrasonic cleaning is usually safe, while steam cleaners shouls be avoided.

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