The birthstone of February

Birthstone February

The birthstone for the month of February is the amethyst. A gemstone that belongs to the group of quartz crystals. The origin of his name comes from the Greek, but the amethyst can be found in countries such as Brazil, Uruguay, Namibia or Austria. In addition, the amethyst not only looks beautiful, but it is even attributed to certain healing powers.

Is the amethyst your birthstone? Then read on to learn more about the background of the birthstone.

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Background information Amethyst

The amethyst belongs to the kind of crystals that often occur in cavities or volcanic rocks. The mineral cavity of this quartz variety is also often used to "charge" or "cleanse" other healing stones. Other quartz varieties are for example rose quartz, tiger eye or rock crystal.

For an amethyst to develop, it needs a weak iron content. Among other things, the iron oxides are responsible for the beautiful color of the amethyst.

Myths & legends - Did you know?

The name Amethyst (Greek "amethystos") states that the stone counteracts the alcohol intoxication. One should be protected from drunkenness by drunkenness if one wears an amethyst or the cup from which one drinks is decorated with the amethyst stones. One possible explanation for this belief is that it comes from a custom. In the custom, red wine was diluted with water, making the wine look purple, like the purple of an amethyst. The wine drinkers were therefore not so quickly drunk by the diluted wine. Nevertheless, you can of course try the effects of the amethyst at the next wine consumption!
In addition, the amethyst was often worn by kings and emperors and also processed in Zeptern or crowns. So it's a birthstone that will make you feel regal!
Last but not least, the Amethyst was considered in the past as a miracle against evil magic.

Esoteric & Effect of amethyst

It is said that the basic effect of the amethyst is purification. Looking at the stone should assist the cleaning from within. It also brings clarity to our dreams when the stone is under the pillow. In addition, he should cause inner peace, clear the mind and increase the ability to concentrate.

Jewelery with birthstone

Are you looking for a necklace with birthstone or other birthstone jewelry? At Names4ever we sell a lot of jewelery with Swarovski elements in the colors of birthstone. So of course in the color of the amethyst, the birthstone for the month of February. For example, we offer birthstone necklaces, birthstone bracelets, and birthstone pendants. What can it be for you? Below is a sneak peek of our birthstone jewels.