This two strand necklace is loaded with Amethyst. I used Rose de France Amethyst long beads and Faceted round Amethyst beads. The large pendant is a Geode Druzy Purple Agate. The chain is sterling silver and the Toggle and the bail are Thai Silver. The short of the two strands is about 17" the longer one is 18". The Geode is 2 1/2". The chain and amethyst hang down about 3". #439

About this Stone:
Amethyst is often heated to intensify and purify its purple color. Light lavender colored amethyst is often referred to as "Rose de France Amethyst".
Metaphisical Properties and Folklore: Amethyst has been prized since ancient times, with much folklore and myth attached to it. In one greek myth, the goddess Diana transforms her handmaiden into a transparent crystal when she is caught up in a quarrel between the gods in order to protect her from Bacchus. After the quarrel has ended, Bacchus, filled with remorse, pours wine over the crystal, enveloping it in a rich violet gown.
Some of the more common folkloric uses of amethyst have included the following:
Amethyst was thought in ancient times to quicken the wit, protect soldiers in battle, and guard against contagious disease.
It has been carried as an antidote to drunkenness.
Amethyst is said to alleviates fears and depression.
Gives sense of direction; promotes inner peace and enable forgiveness.
Brings forth adaptability and greater vision.
Protects against illness, being an excellent blood cleanser and energizer.



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I am not a Gemologist or a Lapidary. Gemstones were identified at the time of purchase by the supplier. Any errors, discrepancies, or omissions are not intentional. All gemstone meanings, metaphysical properties and associated verbiage are not claims of fact but have been gathered from writing, books, folklore and various sources