Amethyst is a common purple to lilac-colored gemstone of the quartz family, and is the most valuable member of the quartz family.

When left in the sun, amethyst tends to lose its color, which can only be restored by a fairly expensive irradiation process.

Heat-treated amethyst may change to other colors, such as yellow (citrine), red, brown, green, or clear, at which point it is no longer called amethyst.

Amethyst is the anniversary gemstone for the 4th, 6th, and 17th years of marriage.

Amethyst rings & other jewelry make a great anniversary, birthday or holiday gift for your loved one. Check out some of the links below if you may be interested in buying amethyst jewelry