Violet has blossomed: amethyst jewelry

Many people really like the color purple and all its many shades: starting from a pale lilac color scheme and ending with almost black tones. What does this color and why is it so attractive? Psychologists say that purple is a very mysterious and mystical color. Recall that many wizards and the magicians of the Middle Ages dressed in purple clothes. Besides, this the color is so attractive that it is impossible to take your eyes off it, it does not bother and does not evoke feelings of rejection. And how great the purple stones look colors in jewelry! It's just a delight and a lot of compliments! Today we will talk about jewelry decorated with amethysts - semi-precious stones purple.

Stone of the Gods: A Little Bit of History

Amethyst belongs to the group of quartz minerals. In spite of that it is considered a semi-precious crystal, for its beauty and popularity stone violet surpasses many precious stones. Chemical formula of amethyst SiO ₂. Mohs hardness – 7. Density of the mineral – does not exceed 2.65 g/cm ³. Rich purple color is due to the presence of various inclusions, such as iron, manganese, cobalt or organic pigments. Crystals are found in nature the shape of a prism and a rhombohedron. Their colors are so different it's amazing. imagination: it can be like sky-lilac, pinkish-blue shades, and rich purple-black. Amethysts have a characteristic bright luster, comparable only to the brilliance of diamonds.

Exists There are many legends about the origin of this beautiful mineral. One of the Greek myths tells of a beautiful nymph named Amethyst. God fell in love with her winemaking Dionysus, but the girl's heart was not free. In order to protect her from the importunate advances of Dionysus, the goddess Artemis gave her a stone of an unusual purple hue that protected her. from the intoxication of the wine that Dionysus offered her. Hence the translation of the name "Amethyst" - non-drunk. Since the time of ancient Greece and Rome, amethyst has been considered a stone gods. It is with him that the crowns of many reigning persons are decorated.

Amethyst in jewelry: what to choose?

If you do not belong to the reigning dynasties, then do not despair! Amethyst in jewelry is available to everyone who likes the color of this noble and elegant mineral.

Very look attractive earrings, decorated with purple inserts . If you are blonde or brown-haired gray / blue eyes, then, without a doubt, you should buy amethyst earrings from the studio handmade gold jewelry Elitegold. This accessory will emphasize the depth of your eyes, will reveal the entire color palette of the divine stone. A varied design earrings will allow you to choose for yourself the option to your liking and affordable.

Padding serves for earrings amethyst ring, which can be decorated with a single stone or be multi-stone. It all depends on your personal preferences. Necklace or bracelet with purple insertswill be the final chord of your image of a stylish image!

Cool Magic

Purple the stone contributes to career advancement, the establishment of various communications and business contacts. It also allows you to get rid of decadent moods and negative thoughts and direct them in the right direction. Amethyst jewelry has a positive effect on the spiritual growth, purification and self-development. If you want your significant other to answer reciprocity - give her ring with amethyst . The result will not be long in coming! Also a flowering stone lavender protects its owner from the negativity of others, envious people, misfortune and disease.

If you have not yet decided on the design of your future accessory, Elitegold jewelers will always advise and recommend this or that piece of jewelry. Also you you can become a co-author of your jewelry by sending us its sketch, photo or internet link.