February Birthstone | Amethyst

This months’ birthstone is the famous purple gem, Amethyst. It belongs to the quartz family and used to be a royal favourite. Around that time, it was priced as high as ruby and emerald, until Amethyst was found in abundance in Brazil. Nowadays, it’s gorgeous self can be appreciated with a more eco-friendly price tag.

Speaking of the hue, as we all aware, for the colourful gem, colour is the most important factor to define if its higher value. No exception here, as the most valued quartz variety, the finest amethyst has a reddish-purple or purple hue, without brownish tints, and when looking from the tabletop of the stone, no obvious colour zoning. Nonetheless, colour zoning is a typical inclusion for amethyst to tell if the stone is natura

Since it’s not difficult to find a larger carat Amethyst and it being more a more affordable gem, plus with a hardness of 7, this stone makes a perfect choice for bolder jewellery designs, either for a special occasion and/or everyday wear.

Amethyst beautiful purple colour will for sure add some royal vibe to your day.

Looking after amethyst jewellery is similar to all other quartz and beryl, even if it’s an everyday piece, it needs some tender loving. It’s not as tough as ruby and diamond, so when setting the stone next to harder gems, or in the claw set, extra care must be taken.

Cleaning amethyst jewellery in warm soapy water is the safest way to protect the stone.