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Amethyst-February's Birthstone

Amethyst was considered to be the stone of bishops. St. Valentine wore an amethyst signet ring, engraved with the figure of Cupid. Valentine’s Day is the 14^th of February and aptly, Amethyst is also the birthstone for this month. As a birthstone, amethyst symbolises sincerity and is reported to soothe and calm, absorbing negativity. Amethyst is also the stone for the zodiac sign Pisces.

Amethyst is the most highly valued gemstone of the quartz family. Amethyst has a hardness of 7 on Mohs' scale, which makes it a durable gemstone for jewellery.

According to Greek mythology Bacchus poured wine over clear crystal, giving it its purple colour, and created amethyst. This led to the belief that drinking wine from an amethyst cup would prevent drunkenness. The name comes from the Greek word ‘amethystos’ meaning ‘not intoxicated’.

The rich, deep violet colour of amethyst has made it a stone for royalty over many thousands of years. Fine amethysts are featured in the British Crown Jewels and were also favoured by Catherine the Great and Egyptian Pharoahs.

Amethyst was very important in the ornamentation of Catholic churches in the Middle Ages because it was thought to encourage celibacy and symbolize piety During this period of history, it was also used as a medication, believed to dispel sleep and sharpen intellect.

We have a wide range of amethyst jewellery for birthdays, valentines or treating yourself with. Come in and have a look or buy online at www.zigzagjewels.com. With free delivery and free gift wrapping it couldn’t be easier to get something special for that special someone!