This Lavender Amethyst Pendant and Earrings Set has been hand-made by Sue using 10mm Amethyst stone beads, silver-plated and nickel free charms, chain, jump-rings and ear-hooks.
Amethyst is quartz crystal in shades of purple, lilac or mauve. It is a stone that traditionally guards against drunkeness! The word amethyst is from Greek and means “without drunkenness”. It is also said that it can protect from poison.
These Lavender Amethyst Earrings have been hand-made by Sue using 10mm Amethyst stone beads, silver-plated and nickel jump-rings and ear-hooks.
The ancient Greeks and Romans believed Amethyst would ward off the intoxicating powers of Bacchus, and keep the wearer clear headed and quick-witted. For centuries, Amethyst has been associated with many myths and legends as well as religions in numerous cultures.
As well as providing us with some stunning jewellery, there are lots of people with strong beliefs in the mystical and spiritual properties of Amethyst.
Among it’s many properties, Amethyst is said to help insomnia. Put an amethyst under your pillow to bring about pleasant dreams, or rub it across your forehead to offer relief from a headache.
The ancient Egyptians used Amethyst to guard against guilty and fearful feelings. It has also been worn as protection from self-deception, as well as a protection against witchcraft. Amethyst has a long history of being used to open the spiritual and psychic centres. It is also used as a meditation aid when worn as a necklace.
Some people within the spiritual community believe that Amethyst is the perfect stone to symbolize The Age of Aquarius.
These beautiful Lavender Amethyst Earrings have been hand-made by Sue using Lavender Amethyst 10mm beads. This naturally occurring stone comes mainly from South America, but is also mined in South Korea.