Cut Amethyst
September 15th, 2010
The Wonders Of Amethyst
If you are shopping for an amethyst ring then you will be wooed and drawn by its subtly seductive color. Amethyst comes in a striking violet color and it is believed that it will protect you from seduction. How ironical!
For a long-long time, amethyst has been one of the most striking stone from the quartz family and it has adorned the thrones and crowns of prince and princesses. The great Moses said that it is the symbol of the Spirit of God. Its name was derived for the Greek word ‘amethystos’ meaning not intoxicated. The amethyst is the birthstone of those who were born in the month of February. Over the centuries, many faiths and beliefs have been formed around this magical stone. Some say that it can protect your crops against locusts and storm while others believe that it will bring good fortune in war, destroy evil spirits and enhance the intellect.
Those are man made beliefs but gemstone therapists have a different view. They believe that this magnificent stone can have a cleansing effect on the wearer. But above all the stone symbolizes a strong bond of friendship. In the early ages, amethyst was mostly worn by bishops and cardinals. The hardness of this stone is 7 on the Moh’s scale, and it permits moderate refraction but its crystal structure is most unconventional. The crystal structure construction of the amethyst is stratified and due to this, you will find certain lamellae and areas having varying color intensity.
If you come across a large cut amethyst then you will find that the color is not uniform across the stone. Scientists owe this variation in color to certain iron constituents that are connected to the natural radioactive radiation.
Amethyst also changes its color when heated and it can become yellow or colorless when heated at 400 degrees. There are few rare incidents where people have found bi-colored amethyst and this has been named ametrine.
There are some amethysts that will turn pale or colorless in broad daylight. Although the reason behind this phenomenon still eludes scientists but you can re-color your amethysts by using radium radiation. Since amethysts can lose its color hence it is always advised that amethysts jewelry or rings should not be worn while sunbathing or when you are in a solarium. Apart from the sunlight, even extreme change in temperatures can cause damage to the stone.
The biggest deposit of amethysts has been found in Brazil and Uruguay. The third country that has amethysts deposit is Madagascar. The largest cavity of amethyst was discovered in Rio Grande do Sul in 1900. Diggers found dark violet amethysts that were as big as an adult fist and weighed almost 700 cwt. Today, as compared to diamonds, ruby, and sapphire, the cost of amethysts is much lower but that doesn’t mean it is any less precious. The amethyst is not just another stone, it is a beautiful part of nature that when worn by your loved one will pass on a part of its radiance to her. That’s the magic of Amethyst.
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Oval Cut Amethyst Three Stone Pendant
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New 14k Gold Oval Checkerboard Cut Gemstone Ring Sizes 4-9 Pick Your Stone $170.79 |
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New 14k Gold Oval Checkerboard Cut Gemstone Ring Sizes 4-9 Pick Your Stone $170.79 |
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New 14k Gold Oval Checkerboard Cut Gemstone Ring Sizes 4-9 Pick Your Stone $170.79 |
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New 14k Gold Oval Checkerboard Cut Gemstone Ring Sizes 4-9 Pick Your Stone $170.79 |
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New 14k Gold Oval Checkerboard Cut Gemstone Ring Sizes 4-9 Pick Your Stone $170.79 |
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New 14k Gold Oval Checkerboard Cut Gemstone Ring Sizes 4-9 Pick Your Stone $170.79 |
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New 14k Gold Oval Checkerboard Cut Gemstone Ring Sizes 4-9 Pick Your Stone $90.79 |
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New 14k Gold Oval Checkerboard Cut Gemstone Ring Sizes 4-9 Pick Your Stone $90.79 |
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New 14k Gold Oval Checkerboard Cut Gemstone Ring Sizes 4-9 Pick Your Stone $90.79 |
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New 14k Gold Oval Checkerboard Cut Gemstone Ring Sizes 4-9 Pick Your Stone $90.79 |
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New 14k Gold Checkerboard Cut .03Ct. AA Diamond Choose Gemstone Ring Sizes 4-9 $236.79 |
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Rose de France Cushion Cut Amethyst Pendant $149 Rose de France cushion cut amethyst sterling silver pendant on 18 inch chain |
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Genuine Emerald Cut Amethyst Pendant $189.99 Genuine Emerald Cut Amethyst Pendant crafted in 14 kt White Gold Dimensions: 22mm. (7/8 Inch.) long x 12mm. (1/2 Inch.) wide.1 Stone 1.55 Carats Amethyst Color: Medium to Dark Violet Clarity: Clean Free 18 inches chain included . Metal Available: 14 kt Yellow Gold, 14 kt White Gold. |
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Genuine Large Emerald Cut Amethyst Ring. $429.99 Genuine Large Emerald Cut Amethyst Ring. crafted in 14 kt White Gold 1 Stone 3.20 Carats Emerald Cut Amethyst 10×8 mm. Color: Medium to Dark Violet Clarity: Clean Made in USA .. Metal Available: 14 kt Yellow Gold, 14 kt White Gold. |
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Genuine Amethyst Emerald Cut Engagement Ring $259.99 Genuine Amethyst Emerald Cut Engagement Ring crafted in 14 kt White Gold 1.50 Carats Octagon cut Amethyst 8×6 mm. Color: Medium to Dark Violet Clarity: Clean Made in USA . Metal Available: 14 kt Yellow Gold, 14 kt White Gold. |
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Genuine Emerald Cut Green Amethyst Earrings $189.99 Genuine Emerald Cut Green Amethyst Earrings crafted in 14 kt White Gold 2 Stones 3.00 Carats Emerald Cut Green Amethyst 8x6mm. Color: Light Green Clarity: Clean. Metal Available: 14 kt Yellow Gold, 14 kt White Gold. |
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14k Gold Genuine Emerald Cut Amethyst Earrings $199.99 14k Gold Genuine Emerald Cut Amethyst Earrings crafted in 14 kt Yellow Gold 2 Stones 3.00 Carats Emerald Cut Amethyst 8x6mm. Color: Medium to Dark GreenViolet Clarity: Eye Clean.. Metal Available: 14 kt Yellow Gold, 14 kt White Gold. |
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14K Genuine Amethyst Ring $249 14K Yellow Gold ring featuring 8X6mm emerald-cut shaped Amethyst |
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Cushion Cut Green Amethyst and Diamond Cable Ring $649 Surprise her with this gorgeous ring This item features an amazing 45ct of a cushion cut green amethyst gem framed by 08 round cut diamonds With a rope style band this magnificent ring is crafted of silky 14k yellow gold |
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Stackable Expressions Sterling Silver Cushion Cut Amethyst Stackable Ring $33.99 Stackable Expressions Sterling Silver Cushion Cut Amethyst Stackable Ring crafted in 925 Sterling Silver Dimensions: Width: 2.25. 0.48 Carats Created Amethyst. |
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Princess Cut Amethyst Ring in 14k Gold $398 14kt yellow gold princess cut Amethyst gemstone ring. (299DC53R) 398. 1.4 carat genuine Amethyst (7x7mm) – excellent quality! Weighs approx 3.2 grams Measures 5/16″ wide Comes in a nice gift box Choose from yellow or white gold Other gemstone colors available, please specify below |
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Pink Amethyst Cushion Cut Cocktail Ring $552 This magnificent pink amethyst cushion cut cocktail ring is calling your name. The sterling silver ring shows off abeautiful prong set amethyst stone and is surrounded by brown diamondpave. It’s accented with a fleur de lis symbol on the side of the b |
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Diamond Green Amethyst Square Cut Cocktail Ring $575 You’ll fall head over heals for this diamond green amethyst square cutcocktail ring. A look of opulence is easily achievedby wearing this stunner. The green amethyst stone prong set in thecenter for your admiration. |
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Cushion Cut 2ct Amethyst and Diamond Earrings $79.99 These vibrant cushion cut 2ct amethyst and diamond earring in sterling silver, feature pretty purple amethysts as .01ct of diamonds in J/K color, I2 clarity. Get yours today!<p>See the matching <a href="http://www.superjeweler.com/itemdetail/2ct-Amethyst-and-Diamond-Ring-in-Sterling-Silver-7480.asp" target="_blank">2ct Amethyst and Diamond Ring in Sterling Silver</a> and <a href="http://www.superjeweler.com/itemdetail/1.50ct-cushion-cut-amethyst-and-diamond-pendant-7690.asp" target="_blank">1 1/2ct Cushion Cut Amethyst and Diamond Pendant</a></p> |
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2ct Cushion Cut Amethyst and Diamond Ring in 10k White Gold $289 Beautifully styled with a gorgeous lustrous cushion cut gem quality amethyst and diamond ring crafted in 10 karat white gold. Featuring a cushion cut amethyst gemstone and a fiery diamond, these are great February amethyst birthstone ring for February babies or for purple lovers! Diamond color is H/I, diamond clarity is I2. |