This 17.53-carat amethyst displays a rich reddish purple color. - Lydia Dyer, Super Trillion Cut Amethyst gem courtesy of John Dyer & Co. Amethyst has been the most-prized quartz variety for centuries ...

Courtesy Daniel Trinchillo, Fine Minerals International. Amethyst is the purple variety of the quartz mineral species. It’s the gem that’s most commonly associated with the color purple, even though ...

Spectacular Gold and Amethyst Ring Discovered From World's Largest Ancient Winery, Used to Prevent 'Hangovers' A spectacular gold and amethyst ring discovered from the world's largest ancient wine ...

Amethyst, on the other hand, appears purple because it absorbs light in the yellow and green regions, reflecting a mix of blue and red. This interaction between light and the gemstone’s atomic ...

Its bold red tone is also sometimes associated with life and health. A February baby? Amethyst is your stone. Its purple hue represents calmness and clarity, and it’s said to bring peace of mind to ...