Amethyst (unique cutting)

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 beautiful "Spinning Quantum Concave Round" cut gem is a wonderful Amethyst with nearly eye clean clarity and good size for any collector. The unique cut along with the wonderful color make it a great buy for anybody looking for that perfect gem to put in a pendant or a faceted Amethyst collection.