Medium to large 2.75" (70mm) long by 2" (46mm) wide. Amethyst & brass pendant with Amethyst chips and a 24" gold plated chain.
Amethyst is the stone of St. Valentine and of faithful lovers. The legend says that Amethysta, a beautiful maiden attracted the unwelcome attention of Bacchus, the god of wine. Diana, the virgin goddess of the hunt, saved Amethysta by turning her into a beautiful gem. The greeks believed Amethyst to protect against drunkness. The name means not to be drunk in Greek. In the Christian Church Amethyst was the gem of purity and is associated with bishops who trditionally wear an Amethyst ring. Amethyst is the stone of the Buddha and is popular for Buddhist prayer beads especially in Tibet. It is said to be the most protective of crystals amd brings harmonius energies that can counter external stress.It is found in Brazil, Madagascar, Zambia, Uruguay, Burma, India, Canada, Mexico, Namibia, Russia, Sri Lanka & Arizona.
Shipping Weight: .5 lbs.
