The Purple Amethyst…More Than Just A Purple Gemstone

The amethyst gemstone has had a long history dating back thousands of years.  It was once believed by the Greeks that wearing the beautiful amethyst would protect a person from becoming drunk while consuming alcohol.  Legend has it that the reason people believed that the amethyst would keep a person from becoming drunk was that water was served with amethyst gems inside.  Once the gemstone was inside the cup of water, the cup would have the appearance of wine without the normal effect you might expect from alcohol.  The Greeks also believed that the amethyst gemstone protected them from poison, unwanted sleep, and it would sharpen a person’s wits.
In medieval times, the amethyst gemstone was also believed to provide protection from drunkenness as well as protecting a person from the effects of falling in love.  Tradition had it that men who wore amethyst gemstones were able to hunt wild animals better than those who did not wear the stone.  The amethyst gemstone was worn by soldiers to protect them from harm and give them victory over their enemies.
The color purple has always been considered to be a color of royalty which is why the amethyst has been in high demand throughout history.  The British Crown Jewels are adorned with the purple baubles and they were a favorite among Egyptian royalty as well.
The availability of CZ amethyst stones has made the purple gems an affordable favorite among people around the world.  Stop by our website and see our vast selection of CZ amethyst gems which are always available at cheap wholesale prices.

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