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Richly colored, versatile and affordable, amethyst jewelry has been worn and treasured throughout history. Beloved by royalty, religious leaders and healers alike, surrounded by myths and legends, not only is amethyst one of the most beautiful gemstones, but it also has one of the richest, most interesting histories.

This site was created by me – a lover of amethyst jewelry – for other amethyst enthusiasts. Here you’ll find lots of fun and interesting facts about amethyst, advice on caring for your jewelry, tips for finding great deals on both new and vintage amethyst pieces.

Not only that, but you’ll also find a huge selection of jewelry for sale including silver and amethyst pendants, necklaces, bracelets, rings and brooches. Whether you are shopping for vintage jewelry, modern pieces or one-of-a-kind handcrafted amethyst jewelry there’s sure to be something here that you’ll love.

I hope you have half as much fun browsing through the beautiful jewelry and interesting articles on this site as I had putting it all together for you. Thanks for dropping by and enjoy your stay!

Amethyst in Mythology

Amethyst is arguably one of the most beautiful and popular gemstones of all time. Ranging in color from pale lavender to the deepest shades of purple, this lovely stone has a rich and fascinating history that dates back to before the time of the ancient Egyptians.

Throughout the ages it has been thought to have mystical, spiritual and emotional properties including the powers of healing, protection and piety.

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What is Green Amethyst?

Usually when people think of amethyst they automatically picture the deep rich purple color that is so often associated with this stone. However recently there has been a trend toward using a stone called green amethyst in modern jewelry.

Unlike the traditional purple amethyst, green amethyst has a pale sage green color — sometimes even bordering on pale yellow-green. What exactly is green amethyst? How does it compare to purple amethyst? Let’s take a closer look at those questions.

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