For thousands of years, amethyst has been a jewel coveted by princes both ecclesiastical and secular, as purple is considered a royal colour. It is said to bring good luck and to radiate love.
Birthstone
February
Derivation
From the Ancient Greek ἀμέθυστος, a-methustos meaning 'not intoxicated', a reference to the belief that the stone protected its owner from drunkenness. Ancient Greeks and Romans made drinking vessels of it in the belief that it would prevent poisoning and intoxication.
