The name of this _exquisite purple quartz crystal comes from the Greek word meaning "not drunk" as the stone was believed in Antiquity to keep the wearer sober no matter how  More »

The name of this _exquisite purple quartz crystal comes from the Greek word meaning "not drunk" as the stone was believed in Antiquity to keep the wearer sober no matter how much wine he might consume. All the great ancient civilizations valued the gem, which was particularly popular in Egypt for scarabs and in Greece and Rome for intaglio rings. Because of its wine-dark color and its use to prevent intoxication, many were carved with the head of the Wine-God Dionysus. The oldest known stone in the Crown Jewels of England is an amethyst first worn in the 11th Century by Edward the Confessor. Even today, the rings of high-ranking ecclesiastics often have amethysts as their center stones. Many wonderful and therapeutic properties are ascribed to the gem: it can cure gout, it cleanses the body of impurities, it keeps the mind clear and alert and improves the memory, it gives the wearer pleasant dreams and keeps him immune from infection and contagious diseases. Because of its purple hue, amethyst is also said to have a soothing effect on the wearer, preventing outbursts of temper and making one generally amiable. It is also reputed to inspire creativity. Because it is a crystal, the energy level radiating from this translucent royal gem is particularly high, causing the wearer to feel wonderful both inside and out. - (FJ.5608b)Origin: South Africa Collection: Amethyst Rings- 18 Karat Style: Modern Medium: Amethyst+Gold   « Less

The name of this _exquisite purple quartz crystal comes from the Greek word meaning "not drunk" as the stone was believed in Antiquity to keep the wearer sober no matter how  More »

The name of this _exquisite purple quartz crystal comes from the Greek word meaning "not drunk" as the stone was believed in Antiquity to keep the wearer sober no matter how much wine he might consume. All the great ancient civilizations valued the gem, which was particularly popular in Egypt for scarabs and in Greece and Rome for intaglio rings. Because of its wine-dark color and its use to prevent intoxication, many were carved with the head of the Wine-God Dionysus. The oldest known stone in the Crown Jewels of England is an amethyst first worn in the 11th Century by Edward the Confessor. Even today, the rings of high-ranking ecclesiastics often have amethysts as their center stones. Many wonderful and therapeutic properties are ascribed to the gem: it can cure gout, it cleanses the body of impurities, it keeps the mind clear and alert and improves the memory, it gives the wearer pleasant dreams and keeps him immune from infection and contagious diseases. Because of its purple hue, amethyst is also said to have a soothing effect on the wearer, preventing outbursts of temper and making one generally amiable. It is also reputed to inspire creativity. Because it is a crystal, the energy level radiating from this translucent royal gem is particularly high, causing the wearer to feel wonderful both inside and out. - (FJ.4608c)Origin: South Africa Collection: Amethyst Rings- 18 Karat Medium: Amethyst   « Less

The name of this _exquisite purple quartz crystal comes from the Greek word meaning "not drunk" as the stone was believed in Antiquity to keep the wearer sober no matter how  More »

The name of this _exquisite purple quartz crystal comes from the Greek word meaning "not drunk" as the stone was believed in Antiquity to keep the wearer sober no matter how much wine he might consume. All the great ancient civilizations valued the gem, which was particularly popular in Egypt for scarabs and in Greece and Rome for intaglio rings. Because of its wine-dark color and its use to prevent intoxication, many were carved with the head of the Wine-God Dionysus. The oldest known stone in the Crown Jewels of England is an amethyst first worn in the 11th Century by Edward the Confessor. Even today, the rings of high-ranking ecclesiastics often have amethysts as their center stones. Many wonderful and therapeutic properties are ascribed to the gem: it can cure gout, it cleanses the body of impurities, it keeps the mind clear and alert and improves the memory, it gives the wearer pleasant dreams and keeps him immune from infection and contagious diseases. Because of its purple hue, amethyst is also said to have a soothing effect on the wearer, preventing outbursts of temper and making one generally amiable. It is also reputed to inspire creativity. Because it is a crystal, the energy level radiating from this translucent royal gem is particularly high, causing the wearer to feel wonderful both inside and out. - (FJ.4608d)Origin: South Africa Collection: 18 Karat Gold Ring Style: Modern   « Less

Origin: South Africa Collection: Amethyst Ring Style: Modern jewelry Medium: Amethyst-Gold

Origin: South Africa Collection: Amethyst Ring Style: Modern jewelry Medium: Amethyst-Gold   « Less

Aquamarine weighing 12.85 carats set in a ring of 18 karat gold. The ancient Egyptians believed that aquamarine quickened the intellect and made the wearer bath relaxed and  More »

Aquamarine weighing 12.85 carats set in a ring of 18 karat gold. The ancient Egyptians believed that aquamarine quickened the intellect and made the wearer bath relaxed and fearless. A variety of the beryl family, the pale blue/green aquamarine has been likened to a thousand leagues of sunlit sea imprisoned in a cup; the Romans esteemed it because its color was that of a calm sea, a metaphor for peace. According to Eastern philosophy, the aquamarine is traditionally a stone of power, one that brings order and balance to the wearer. It is excellent for meditation and is said to have a soothing effect on bath the thymus gland and the heart chakra. Its pale but exquisite color is flattering bath to the wearer and to the eye of the beholder. - (FJ.4973)Origin: Brazil Collection: Aquamarine Ring Medium: Aquamarine/Gold   « Less

Aquamarine is a variety of the gemstone beryl, its name deriving from two Latin words meaning "water" and "sea." the history of aquamarine begins with the Greeks, who first  More »

Aquamarine is a variety of the gemstone beryl, its name deriving from two Latin words meaning "water" and "sea." the history of aquamarine begins with the Greeks, who first documented the gemstone's use between 480 and 300 B.C. aquamarine amulets were worn by the ancient sailors, rendering them fearless and protecting them from adversities at sea, especially if the stone were engraved with Poseidon on a chariot. According to later Christian symbolism, aquamarine was a symbol of happiness and eternal youth. It signified moderation and control of the passions to its owners. Today, aquamarine is believed to calm the nerves, while at the same time enhancing the clarity of the mind. It also aids in the act of creative self-expression. - (FJ.5552)Origin: Brazilian Aquamarin Collection: Gem Stone Rings Medium: Aquamarine/Gold   « Less

Aquamarine is a variety of the gemstone beryl, its name deriving from two Latin words meaning "water" and "sea." the history of aquamarine begins with the Greeks, who first  More »

Aquamarine is a variety of the gemstone beryl, its name deriving from two Latin words meaning "water" and "sea." the history of aquamarine begins with the Greeks, who first documented the gemstone's use between 480 and 300 B.C. aquamarine amulets were worn by the ancient sailors, rendering them fearless and protecting them from adversities at sea, especially if the stone were engraved with Poseidon on a chariot. According to later Christian symbolism, aquamarine was a symbol of happiness and eternal youth. It signified moderation and control of the passions to its owners. Today, aquamarine is believed to calm the nerves, while at the same time enhancing the clarity of the mind. It also aids in the act of creative self-expression. - (FJ.5591)Origin: Brazil Collection: Modern Jewelry Medium: Aquamarine/Gold   « Less

The Ancient Egyptians believed that aquamarine quickened the intellect and made the wearer both relaxed and fearless. A variety of the beryl family, the pale blue/green  More »

The Ancient Egyptians believed that aquamarine quickened the intellect and made the wearer both relaxed and fearless. A variety of the beryl family, the pale blue/green aquamarine has been likened to a thousand leagues of sunlit sea imprisoned in a cup; the Romans esteemed it because its color was that of a calm sea, a metaphor for peace. According to Eastern philosophy, the aquamarine is traditionally a stone of power, one that brings order and balance to the wearer. It is excellent for meditation and is said to have a soothing effect on both the thymus gland and the heart chakra. Its pale but exquisite color is flattering both to the wearer and to the eye of the beholder. - (FJ.5594)Origin: Brazil Collection: Gem Stone Rings Medium: Aquamarine/Gold   « Less

The Ancient Egyptians believed that aquamarine quickened the intellect and made the wearer both relaxed and fearless. A variety of the beryl family, the pale blue/green  More »

The Ancient Egyptians believed that aquamarine quickened the intellect and made the wearer both relaxed and fearless. A variety of the beryl family, the pale blue/green aquamarine has been likened to a thousand leagues of sunlit sea imprisoned in a cup; the Romans esteemed it because its color was that of a calm sea, a metaphor for peace. According to Eastern philosophy, the aquamarine is traditionally a stone of power, one that brings order and balance to the wearer. It is excellent for meditation and is said to have a soothing effect on both the thymus gland and the heart chakra. Its pale but exquisite color is flattering both to the wearer and to the eye of the beholder. - (FJ.5595)Origin: Brazil Collection: Gem Stone Rings Medium: Aquamarine/Gold   « Less

The Ancient Egyptians believed that aquamarine quickened the intellect and made the wearer both relaxed and fearless. A variety of the beryl family, the pale blue/green  More »

The Ancient Egyptians believed that aquamarine quickened the intellect and made the wearer both relaxed and fearless. A variety of the beryl family, the pale blue/green aquamarine has been likened to a thousand leagues of sunlit sea imprisoned in a cup; the Romans esteemed it because its color was that of a calm sea, a metaphor for peace. According to Eastern philosophy, the aquamarine is traditionally a stone of power, one that brings order and balance to the wearer. It is excellent for meditation and is said to have a soothing effect on both the thymus gland and the heart chakra. Its pale but exquisite color is flattering both to the wearer and to the eye of the beholder. - (FJ.5601)Origin: Brazil Collection: Gem Stone Rings Medium: Aquamarine/Gold   « Less