Amethyst is the official birthstone for the month of February. It is also the birthstone for the Zodiac sign of Pisces. Amethyst is the purple variety of quartz and the most valued member of the quartz family. It’s purple color made it a stone for royalty for thousands of years.

Throughout history the amethyst stone has been used to guard against drunkeness, and is thought to be hepful in overcoming addictions. As a healing tool, it has been used to cure hearing disorders, insomnia, headaches, and other pain.

A person who wears a genuine amethyst stone tends to feel gentle and amiable. Amethyst’s powers extend into the realm of dreams, healing, peace, love, spirituality, happiness, courage, and  protection from thieves.

Amethyst is suggested as the gem to give on the fourth, sixth, and 17th wedding anniversaries.

Genuine Amethyst Heart Earrings for Children

Beautiful genuine Amethyst Birthstone earrings and rings for children can be purchased in the Kids Gold Jewelry Source webstore.

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