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Amethyst  Birthstone for  February

                                                         


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The Amethyst is a beautifully colored gemstone, used through the ages and used by heads of countries, kings and nobles.  Amethyst cups were used at banquets and dinners.


Today thousands kiss the Amethyst which adorns the Pope's ring.


It is inexpensive too and anyone can afford to have one. Darker colors are more expensive, though the lighter colors could be quite attractive.


Care should be  taken to keep it shining and I  will give you advice when  you call me. (Fill up  the form on page 1.


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Amethyst Rings - A Buyer's Guide
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Mary_Helou]Mary Helou

A crystal is one of the most precious things made by nature. It is made naturally by allowing fluids or materials to crystallize here on earth. And of all the crystals that have been formed, the amethyst is one that has been recognized to be one of the most beautiful crystal on earth. This gemstone varies in color from purple to dark pink.

It is said that that the amethyst was first found in Greece, which accounts for its name stemming from the word amethystus which means sober. In that ancient civilization, it was believed that this crystal can provide protection from drunkenness. It was due to this belief that the Greeks started to put this crystal on their cups and goblets both for its health benefits and for its decorative characteristic. Today, amethyst crystals are being inlaid into many different other things. Jewelry is now made more ornate as with amethyst pendants and amethyst rings. This is because of the fact that the amethyst is seen to have different healing factors based on astrological claims. People with emotional, physical, and psychological problems are advised to wear this crystal. It is also said that this crystal has a calming effect over unstable emotions. Whether it's for the beauty of the amethyst or for the other superstitious beliefs that wearing this crystal can give, wearing amethyst rings is by far the easiest and classiest way to wear and display this crystal.

And because the amethyst is colored purple in most cases, it is associated with royalty. So it is obvious that notable people throughout history have been seen to wear and prefer amethyst rings. The British Crown Jewels have the amethyst in it. Catherine the Great, the Russian empress favored this gemstone among all others and had a lot of amethyst rings. When we mix the historical with the mythical, the Egyptian pharaoh Cleopatra was said to have an amethyst ring that aided her in capturing the hearts of the Romans Julius Ceasar and Marc Anthony. Right after this event, a number of Roman women then started to wear rings, necklaces, and other pieces of jewelry that had the amethyst in it, thinking that it would help keep their husbands faithful.

No matter what reason you opt to choose to wear rings with amethyst in it, there are different designs that come with amethyst rings. You can choose from a simple band to something with a celtic design, lots of curls and swirls around the crystal itself or maybe a timeless design. Choosing the right design for you isn't too hard either. If you would like to get creative and be more original, you can even design your own amethyst rings like combining it with another special gem. Everyone can wear these kinds of rings, men as much as women can also wear amethyst rings. It can even be used as an engagement ring; it's original, gorgeous and affordable. Join the ranks of the royalty by wearing the ring that has the precious amethyst crystal in it.


Mary Helou writes about various fashion and jewlery related topics. See more of her work at http://www.blackonyxrings.org/ and http://www.blackonyxrings.org/

Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Amethyst-Rings---A-Buyers-Guide&id=4488773] Amethyst Rings - A Buyer's Guide


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Black Onyx has also been used as an alternative for Feruary birthstones as it  is sold as black stones. Black Onyx Rings and Black Onyx Necklaces are very popular as they are made by amateurs and sold, especially by Native Americans.

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They are very inexpensive, so buy for yourself ample rings and necklace or  evensets of jewelry made with black Onyx.

Back Onyx has been used as good bases for weak stones which tend to crack or break up.
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