Green Amethyst

The name Amethyst originates in the Greek word "Amethystos", which means «to protect against drunkenness» and refers to the myth of the creation of the Amethyst.

A little history...

It is known since ancient times, the Egyptians made jewels of it.
Pharaohs wore amethyst pendants. The amethyst is present on the ring of all the bishops, which is of the same color as their outfit: purple.
Hence its name "the stone of the bishops".
She was supposed to bring them clarity of mind.
Amethyst has also always been present in the jewels of the British royal crown.

Provenance

The Green Amethyst of the Rio Grande (mineralogists call it "Prasiolite") has a dark green color and is generally of better quality than other, lighter green amethysts. These two varieties come from different mines: in Uberaba (Minas Gerais), one finds the classic green amethyst, while in the Rio Grande do Sul, one can find the finest quality of green amethyst of the same name.

Green Amethyst in astrology

Amethyst is the birthstone of children born in February.
It is the stone of the signs Virgin, Sagittarius, Aquarius, Pisces.
She is now associated with February 14, the festival of lovers.
It is traditionally offered for the 48th wedding anniversary.

Green Amethyst in lithotherapy

Green Amethyst or Prasiolite is the heart stone, generous and cheerful. It stimulates the elimination of toxins from the body and has a beneficial action on the mind that it strengthens.

Take care of your Green Amethyst

Some varieties of amethyst may fade if exposed to excessive light. Avoid excessively exposing your amethyst to these conditions.

Our selection in Green Amethyst

- Green Amethyst rings
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- Green Amethyst bracelets
- Green Amethyst earrings