Amethyst Birthstone Wedding Fashion Jewellery Iceland 07

 Amethyst Birthstone Wedding Fashion Jewellery Iceland. 

By Aamir Mannan

What exactly are Amethysts? The word Amethyst is derived from the Greek word "amethystos" which means "remedy against drunkenness" which is reflected in the properties of this gem stone. The Amethyst is a semiprecious stone in varying shades of purple which belongs to the quartz family and owes its colour to oxide of manganese and iron which forms part of its composition. The best varieties of Amethysts come from Siberia, Sri Lanka, Brazil, and the far East.  The Amethyst was originally regarded as a very precious stone, until the immense quantities received from Brazil reduced its value generally.