An adorable Ring made of 925 Sterling Silver features 1.79cts of amazing Cullinan Topaz with 0.17cts of Amethyst accents.
Precious metal: 925 Sterling Silver
Average Weight: 2.56g
Number of Gemstones: 15
Shape: Oval and Round
Total Carat Weight: 1.79cts
Birthstone Month:
Yellow
Topaz is associated with the birthstone month of November and Blue Topaz is
associated with the birthstone month of December.
History & Lore:
Topaz has long been related to desire and the name is believed to have been
derived from the Sanskrit word 'tapas' meaning heat, fire and passion. It is
also said to have been derived from the Greek word 'topazos' or 'topazion',
meaning “to search.” Topazion was also the name of an island in the Red Sea
which today is commonly known as Zebirget or St. John's Island in Egypt. Cullinan Topaz is named after the great
Cullinan Diamond because of its clarity.
The Egyptians believed Topaz would protect them from harm
because it was colored by the sun god Ra's golden arms. The Romans believed a
similar theory and associated Topaz with their sun god, Jupiter.
Topaz has also been biblically referenced as one of the
gemstones used to make the 'Breastplate of Judgment' worn by Aaron.
Topaz is said to increase the wearer’s intelligence,
creativity and wisdom, and can enhance one's spiritual potential. It is also
known to aid in meditation and in the divine manifestation of desired objects.
Topaz is said to bring physical and intellectual vigor,
good health, and is said to offer protection against infectious diseases.
Topaz comes in a variety of shapes, colors and
sizes. Its brilliance and clarity are its chief attractions. A hard stone,
Topaz is very difficult to scratch, although it can be brittle. Imperial Topaz
occurs naturally in colors ranging from a light golden yellow to deep reddish
orange. Red and intense pink are the rarest and desirable colors for Topaz. A
gem with these colors will command a relatively high price. Bright orange
colored Topaz, also known as Imperial Topaz, falls into the moderate price
range and is easier to find. Blue Topaz, having a low to moderate price range,
is very popular.
AMETHYST
Birthstone Month:
Amethyst is the birthstone for the month of February.
History & Lore:
The
name Amethyst is derived from the Greek word amethystos which translates as
“not drunken”. This word in turn is believed to originate in the Greek legend
of Dionysus, the god of wine and mischief, who was angered by an insult from a
mere mortal. As a result of this insult, he swore revenge against the next
mortal who crossed his path.
The next unfortunate mortal to cross the path
of Dionysus was a beautiful young lady named Amethyst who was on her way to pay
tribute to the goddess Diana. The goddess Diana saw Amethyst's plight, and
seeing she was in danger, Diana transformed Amethyst into a pure, clear crystalline
quartz statue to protect her. Upon seeing the beautiful clear quartz statue
Dionysus regretted his actions. He wept
tears of wine over it in remorse. This wine, in the form of tears from a god,
stained the clear quartz purple creating the gemstone we know today as
Amethyst.
Through the years it has been thought to
protect against intoxication and to help maintain a sober and serious mind. Amethyst has a long association with royalty. It
is in fact, featured in jewels worn by Catherine the Great, Egyptian royalty
and in the British Crown Jewels.
Amethyst opens and activates the crown
chakra, the third eye chakra, and can also open the heart chakra. It can be
used to fight a number of disorders including headaches, insomnia, hearing
disorders, heart disorders, digestive system disorders, and has even been
thought to help stabilize mental disorders. Amethyst also works emotionally and
spiritually by providing patience, balance, calmness, and peace.
Major
sources of Amethyst are Bolivia, Brazil, Uruguay and Zambia, there are also
known deposits in Argentina, Australia, Germany, India, Iran, Madagascar,
Mexico, Namibia, Russia, Sri Lanka, Tanzania and the United Sates (Maine, North
Carolina, Pennsylvania, Texas).
It
can be used for all jewelry purposes. Amethyst is found in a variety of hues of
purple including deep purple, light lilac, lavender and mauve. The most prized
color is a deep, rich, violet body with red rose colored flashes. Amethyst is
the most desirable and the most valuable of all of the Quartz family of gemstones.
The
number one rule of thumb with Amethyst is to try to keep it clean. Use warm
soapy water, and a soft brush to clean. Ultrasonic cleaners are also usually
safe. With Amethyst gemstones and jewelry you should avoid prolonged exposure
to extreme heat as prolonged exposure can cause color change.