Amethyst, Brush With Royalty
It might not be difficult to find any amethyst gem or jewel today, the gemstone is set in almost every metal and alloy that can be used to make jewelry. While most gems become rarer as times go by, amethyst which was once a very rare gem became more affordable - this happened around the 19th century when, huge amethyst bearing geodes were found in Brazil. You might have heard that, this purple gemstone has a prominent presence in many jewels belonging to the British Royal collection. And who has heard of royals collecting gems or anything else, that is easily and abundantly available! There are not many purple natural gems and this made the color of amethyst highly desirable. It was a rare stone in ancient times and affordable only to the wealthy. Amethyst could at that time, command the respect and price of precious beauties like ruby, sapphire and emerald. Though the darker shades of purple amethyst stones initially impressed it's fans, the gemstone has now developed it's popularity across all shades. Carvings and etchings done on amethyst look far more pretty when the gemstone is picked in the medium to darker shade ranges. Very light purple amethyst which almost appears pink, is often shaped with fancy cuts and facets - the reflections and deflections of light are best staged in light gems.
While the large Brazilian amethyst resources have eased the supply situation, prices have settled at logically sane levels. What is important to understand is that, the change in supply and demand logistics has not resulted in a reduction in the beauty of the gem. So while a moderate price structure has made it lose luster with the royals, a much larger market has embraced the gem - a market with a true heart for gorgeous natural gemstones. Some gem colors are specifically suited for ladies and others commonly worn by men, amethyst spreads it's hypnotic spell across gender, age and social standing. The MCR-005 Mens Amethyst Ring from Claddagh365 is a symbol of style and comes with some impressive durability enhancing features. Dark amethyst gems like the one seen in this amethyst ring for men, generally command a premium on the price. The 11x9mm cushion amethyst stone in the ring, demonstrates an interesting option for a faceted amethyst gemstone. This is referred to as a checkerboard cut and displays multiple facets on the face of the gem. Since all jewelry from Claddagh365 is fully custom made, you can make specific requests for unusual gem cuts too. Fancy cut amethyst gemstones look gorgeous and even large sizes can be priced modestly because, the gem does not show a steep increase in per carat price as the size of the stone moves up.
The ancient story about amethyst being able to prevent a drinker from getting intoxicated might not gain many believers today but, some other superstitions and folklore continue to survive. Remember that the tradition of birthstones developed from, the 12 stones in the breastplate of the high priest Aaron. As time went by, gems came to be associated with the 12 months of the year, the belief being that, a specific gem blessed a person born in a specific month, with good health and wealth. This is how Amethyst came to be designated as the birthstone for the month of February. The metaphysical properties attributed to amethyst were not limited, to it's acceptance as the February birthstone, there is much more goodness that the purple stone is supposed to bestow on it's wearer. The CR-013 Amethyst Claddagh Ring, shows the 4 century old ring finely crafted by the skilled artisans at Claddagh365. The jewel has a history that is marked by a very touching story about a humble slave. Reference is made to a simple fishing village in Ireland named Claddagh, around four centuries ago. The jewel is today regarded as one of the most meaningful jewels in history. Our team of experts devoted several months to study the history and significance of the ring, it is therefore no surprise that we are widely accepted to be the world's finest source for gold and silver claddagh rings. Our rings are crafted with the design, metal and gemstone of your choice.
Many crystal believers recommend amethyst for it's ability to help maintain, a clean heart and a clear and sharp mind. For those who believe in the practice of feng shui, amethyst is credited with the ability to balance the mind and the body - basically to keep dreams within attainable limits. It is recommended that the gemstone be placed in the Southeast direction to attain this benefit. The Hindus developed their system of Chakras which basically explains, 7 vital locations in the human body. The system of Chakras is today treated with respect not only in India but also in the U.S and some European countries. As per the concept of Chakras, Amethyst is one of the gems suitable for the third eye chakra. Interestingly, that is the point where the mind derives it's psychic properties from, something like becoming aware of the sixth sense.
The demand for amethyst gemstone jewelry is truly amazing, it is very much more than what could be supported by religious beliefs and crystal healing. The simple explanation is that, the sheer beauty and vibrant purple color of amethyst makes it truly irresistible to serious gem and jewelry enthusiasts. Fortunately availability of large amethyst gemstones is still quite manageable, this helps keep the price logistics of the gemstone under control. We invite you to review our exclusive Collection Of Amethyst Rings, the entire effort is aimed at pleasing the serious amethyst gemstone lover so, your participation is vital to it's development.
Claddagh365: Known for the finest rendition of the historic cladagh ring, we also craft all types of jewelry in gold or sterling silver. You can send us your own design sketches or images or pick a design from our website. An unmatched expertise in gem procurement combines with our expert gem cutting skills and this, works wonders for you. We place no limitation on the gems that you can choose for your gold or 925 silver jewelry requirements. Discuss your queries and requirements with our expert team at [email protected] and they will provide you with high utility information and guidance. Once you are armed with that degree of confidence, make the purchase from any jeweler that makes you feel comfortable.
Related Resources: Metaphysical Properties Of Amethyst.
Many crystal believers recommend amethyst for it's ability to help maintain, a clean heart and a clear and sharp mind. For those who believe in the practice of feng shui, amethyst is credited with the ability to balance the mind and the body - basically to keep dreams within attainable limits. It is recommended that the gemstone be placed in the Southeast direction to attain this benefit. The Hindus developed their system of Chakras which basically explains, 7 vital locations in the human body. The system of Chakras is today treated with respect not only in India but also in the U.S and some European countries. As per the concept of Chakras, Amethyst is one of the gems suitable for the third eye chakra. Interestingly, that is the point where the mind derives it's psychic properties from, something like becoming aware of the sixth sense.
The demand for amethyst gemstone jewelry is truly amazing, it is very much more than what could be supported by religious beliefs and crystal healing. The simple explanation is that, the sheer beauty and vibrant purple color of amethyst makes it truly irresistible to serious gem and jewelry enthusiasts. Fortunately availability of large amethyst gemstones is still quite manageable, this helps keep the price logistics of the gemstone under control. We invite you to review our exclusive Collection Of Amethyst Rings, the entire effort is aimed at pleasing the serious amethyst gemstone lover so, your participation is vital to it's development.
Claddagh365: Known for the finest rendition of the historic cladagh ring, we also craft all types of jewelry in gold or sterling silver. You can send us your own design sketches or images or pick a design from our website. An unmatched expertise in gem procurement combines with our expert gem cutting skills and this, works wonders for you. We place no limitation on the gems that you can choose for your gold or 925 silver jewelry requirements. Discuss your queries and requirements with our expert team at [email protected] and they will provide you with high utility information and guidance. Once you are armed with that degree of confidence, make the purchase from any jeweler that makes you feel comfortable.
Related Resources: Metaphysical Properties Of Amethyst.