Amethyst (Texas Star cut)

Item Description

The name "amethyst" comes from the Greek "a-methystos" meaning "not drunken,". Wine goblets were often carved from it, and the gemstone still symbolizes sobriety to this day. Traditionally, the color purple has been a symbol for royalty and Amethyst was often used for monarchs and leaders throughout history. It was, considered to be the stone of bishops, who still often wear amethyst rings. In Tibet, amethyst is considered to be sacred to Buddha and rosaries are often fashioned from it. Amethyst would be very expensive, were not for its widespread availability, as it is one of the few purple gems out there. This attractive "Round" cut gem is nearly eye clean in clarity and has a classic medium purple color. The best part of this Amethyst is that it has a lovely "Texas Star" that is faceted into the pavillion of the gem, so you can see a lovely five pointed star in the base of the stone. Valued at $502.60 high end.