| Round and marquise-shaped amethyst stones form bright butterfly wings in this charming sterling silver pendant. The stones are held securely in prong settings and frame a silver centerpiece elaborated with polished bead accents. Appointed with a split bale, this pendant slides along an 18-inch sterling silver frozantin chain that fastens in back with a spring ring clasp. Amethyst, the birthstone for February, is a gemstone that has been prized by royalty allround the ages for it is regal purple color.
About Birthstone Jewelry
February Birthstone: Amethyst
Because of it is regal purple hue, amethyst has long been a bestloved of kings, queens, and other nobles. While it signifies wealth and strength, amethyst is likewise a symbol of soberness, tranquility, and wisdom.
History of Birthstones
Chances are you may name your birthstone, but have you ever wondered how sure stones came to be related with queer months? Most gem scholars trace the tradition to the Old Testament story of Aaron, whose breastplate was fancified with twelve precious stones, one for each of the twelve tribes of Israel. Over time, these stones were linked with sure powers and tied to peculiar astrological signs, and later to calendar months.
There are a heap of variations of birthstone lists, including Mystical birthstones, which originate from Tibet and date back over a thousand years, and Ayurvedic birthstones, affiliated with ancient Indian medicine and beliefs. Birthstones have also been tied to ancient Pagan religions, and even to the collective wisdom of the legendary lost city of Atlantis.
The Modern birthstone list, perchance the most universally known, was freed by the American National Association of Jewelers and officially adopted in 1912. Whether you hug birthstone lore, or look upon it with a skeptical eye, there is an undeniable appeal to gathering a beauteous gemstone that is reputed to hold special power, meaning, and good fortune just for you.
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