May 9, 2010
The deep purple amethyst gemstones have been a symbol of royalty and nobility. These fine amethyst stones were used to decorate the British crown. Catherine the Great was said to have adorned herself with Amethyst jewelry.
Amethyst ranges in color from a pale purple, sometimes called “Rose de France” to a deep purple color. The deep purple color of amethyst is the most valued and is graded AAA. The most valuable amethyst is mined in Africa and Australia.
Amethyst magnifies psychic abilities and aids in right brain activity (the creative side of the brain). Amethyst jewelry makes a great gift for those in creative fields, such as, artist, painters, potters, designers and the like.
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