Amethyst

Amethyst is the purple variety of the quartz mineral species and was as expensive as ruby and emerald until the 19th Century, when Brazil’s large deposits were discovered. Today, as the most valued quartz selection, amethyst is in demand for designer pieces and mass-market jewellery alike, and its purple to pastel hues maintain wide consumer appeal. Amethyst is the birthstone for February and the gem for the 6th and 17th wedding anniversaries.