Amethyst

Amethyst jewellery is a great addition to your daily wardrobe. Rating a 7 on the Mohs Hardness Scale, amethysts are relatively durable and will hold up to everyday wear. Like any gem, there’s a few things to keep in mind to ensure they retain their beauty.  

To help keep your amethyst beautifully clear, remove any amethyst rings or jewellery while cleaning, as the alkaline solution commonly found in household cleaners can impact its surface.  

Amethysts are sometimes treated with heat to help intensify their colour and clarity, making them stunning, yet sensitive to abrupt changes in temperature. To ensure it maintains its beautiful hue, keep in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.      

 While amethyst necklaces and amethyst earrings pair beautifully with other pieces, it's best to store them separately, away from harder gemstones such as diamond jewellery .

An amethyst can hold many different meanings. Once reserved for royalty, amethysts are known to represent happiness, wisdom and understanding, as well as peace and serenity. They’re also a very romantic gem, once thought to symbolise sincerity and sacred love.

Amethysts have a special connection to those born in the month of February, being the feature birthstone for this month. They are also highly sought as anniversary gifts, traditionally given on the sixth and 17th wedding anniversaries—making an amethyst necklace or ring a beautiful choice. 

 As well as stunning purple hues, there are also light yet vivid shades of green amethyst. The meaning of green amethyst is thought to be deeply rooted in harmony and stability, and has also been believed to represent generosity.

As with all fine jewellery, we always recommend that you take off your amethyst jewellery before stepping into the shower. 

We recommend taking your jewellery—such as an amethyst ring—off at the end of the day to prevent exposure to chemicals which could damage it, and soaps, lotions, or perfumes, which can build up over time. 

To clean your amethyst jewellery at home, dip it in a bowl of warm water and add a few drops of mild detergent. Soak it for a few minutes, then brush gently with a soft-bristled toothbrush to remove dirt from corners. Dip it back in the bowl to rinse off any soap residue and wipe jewellery down with a soft cloth. Learn more about Learn more about caring for your fine jewellery here.