Tag: amethyst

  • Amethyst

    Amethyst

    Amethyst, a semi-precious stone, is the traditional birthstone for February.  It is a violet variety of quartz and is found in South America, North America, Africa and Asia.  The best amethyst comes from Siberia, Sri Lanka, Brazil and the far east.  Greek for “not-intoxicated”, amethyst was believed to prevent drunkenness and in fact people made… Read more

  • “Close to You” earrings

    July (garnet) November (topaz) December (zircon) Do you know that you have something in common with everyone you know?  In fact, you have something in common with everyone on the planet,  even your pets.  Yes, even Fido and Fluffy.  What is it?  You all have a birthday! To celebrate all this interconnectedness,  especially with those… Read more