We all know our birthday clearly, besides, we also very clear about the birthstone of each month. As for February, amethyst is its birthstone. Amethyst is very beautiful and elegant for its charming color and enchanting luster which has drawn most people’s attention.
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Amethyst is February’s birthstone
2010-08-06 14:19:45
Each month has a particular birthstone to go with it. Whatever the birthstone is, it is definitely an excellent gift for people who are born in that month, conveying how special the recipient is as well as special meaning and wishes. The birthstone of February is amethyst, which is believed to have the power of bringing peace and calm the wearer’s life.
Amethyst has a long history, and was once believed to be associated with mysterious powers and considered more valuable than diamonds. Amethyst ranges in color from pale lilac to dark purple, with deep medium purple with rose-colored flashes as the ideal one. In the old days when purple was the color of royalty, amethysts were worn by people as a symbol of their high position, symbolizing power and status.
In ancient Greece, amethysts were associated with the god of wine. Therefore, people served the wine from amethyst goblets, believing it would prevent indulgence in drink. In fact, it is believed that wearing an amethyst or drinking from an amethyst cup could prevent people from being drunk or harmed by the wine. Today amethyst is still believed to have stabilizing force for overcoming addictions, endowed with the power of sobering and calming the wearer.
Amethyst also has a religious meaning, symbolizing a devotion to God. You can find amethyst accessories in churches all over the world, in the form of cross or rings.
Besides, some people place amethyst under their pillow before going to sleep, for they believe that amethyst has the potential of introducing positive energy and bringing them sweet dreams.
All in all, as February’s birthstone, amethysts are associated with mysterious powers. Whether you believe it or not, it is a fact that amethysts have gain popularity all over the world.
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