Altruistic ~ Amethyst Crystal Necklace

Big sparkly amethyst necklace. Soldered and oxidized with my signature technique, open on back. Heavy gauge antiqued silver plate chain. *color of stone is more accurately represented in the photos without mannequin. Amethyst is one of the most common and popular gemstone materials. This variety of quartz ranges in color from deep purple to pale lavender depending on the presence of manganese and iron. Amethyst is the birthstone for February. The origin of this gemstone, according to the ancient Greeks, was the nymph named Amethystos. She refused the attentions of Dionysus, the god of wine and intoxication. As he pursued her, she prayed for protection and to preserve her chastity. The virgin goddess Artemis answered her call for help, transforming the nymph into a white or clear stone. The story ends with Dionysus pouring his wine over the stone--either accidentally or deliberately--dyeing the crystal purple. **Please note that all metaphysical or healing properties listed are collecte