The name AMETHYST derives from the ancient Greek word Amethustos meaning ‘sober’, and it was said that amethyst could prevent the bearer from becoming drunk, which was why wine goblets were sometimes made of the gem.

Boasting the famed color of royalty, AMETHYST sets the color standard for all other purple gemstones. A variety of Quartz, amethyst has long been prized and has been included in royal collections from ancient Egypt to the British crown jewels.