Green Amethyst / Quartz

Colour: Mint Green

Name derivation: Derived from the Greek word "Amethystos" meaning "not drunken" as it was believed to be an antidote for drunkenness in the middle ages.

Symbolism: Sophisticated opulence, wealth

Gemstone family: Quartz

Birthstone: February

Anniversary: 33rd wedding anniversary (Modern)

Hardness: Moh’s Scale 7.0 (very robust structure)

Geography: The finest come from South America & Africa

Cleaning procedure: Can be cleaned with most commercial jewellery cleaners or mild soap & lukewarm water using a soft brush. Some Amethysts may fade if exposed to sunlight for long periods of time so you shouldn’t wear your Amethyst while sunbathing or when using a tanning bed

Value factors:Intensity of colour; Brilliance and “life” of stone; Size of stone