Amethyst birthstone

Known as a gem of personal empowerment, the birthstone for February is Amethyst. Amethyst is a purple variety of quartz. The gem has a wine-like color that ranges from pale lilac to deep red-orange. It receives its purple colors from the presence of iron and natural irradiation under the Earth's surface. Learn more about February birthstones!

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For those born in the month of February, you've been blessed with amethyst as your birthstone. In this article, you'll learn more about the history, myths, and meaning of amethyst.

Amethyst – the stone of healing and protection. Gorgeous light purple amethyst tumbled stones from Brazil. Calms the mind and spirit, protects from negative energies, promotes spiritual growth. Size approximately 25–30 mm. Please note Every crystal is unique, therefore the size, shape, pattern and colour will vary. The colours may appear differently depending on light and screen. International orders are sent as priority mail without tracking. If you wish to add tracking to your order please…

Gem scholars suggest that the tradition of birthstones arose from 'The Priestly Breastplate' which was a sacred breastplate worn by the High Priest of the Israelites, according to the book of Exodus. The ceremonial religious garment was set with twelve gemstones that represented the twelve tribes of Israel and also corresponded with the twelve signs of the