This pretty 925 Sterling Silver Ring features 8.18cts of stunning Rose De France Amethyst and 0.06cts of glistening White Topaz.
Precious metal: 925 Sterling Silver
Average Weight: 3.00g
Number of Gemstones: 21
Shape: Oval and Round
Total Carat Weight: 8.25cts
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).
Rose De France Amethyst makes up less than 5% of the Amethyst in the world.
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.
Topaz
Birthstone Month:
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 is commonly known as Zebirget or St. John's Island in Egypt.
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.