It’s time for the last part of our series dedicated to birthstones, so this
post is especially for those of you born between February and May:
February: Amethyst
* The ancient Egyptians believed amethyst could keep a person from
being poisoned.
* Medieval
churchmen used amethyst rings and jewels to promote divine revelations and
wisdom, since amethyst was considered a symbol of Christian love and sacrifice.
* Amethyst
also was said to enhance courage and creativity, to promote intuition, psychic
development and even self-esteem, to deflect anger, and protect the wearer
against evil.
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| Attrape-moi…si tu m'aimes "Galet" ring in 18-carat white gold, diamonds and facetted amethyst - by Chaumet |
* It was called "The Sailor's Stone", due to its sea-like
colors, and was thought to protect sailors and people traveling over water.
* In the
perception of Hindu mystics, the amethyst helped to promote mental clarity and
to improve one's public speaking.
* In today’s belief, this gem provides inner calm and enhances both
verbal and written communication.
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Antique Diamond and Aquamarine Pendant Earrings, circa 1890 - via Fred Leighton |
*Diamonds’ unique hardness and high refractive index have inspired legends:
-> to the Greeks, they were teardrops from the gods
-> to the Romans, they came from the falling stars
that tipped the arrow of Eros, the god of love
-> for Hindus, diamonds were the lightning that armed
the hand of the god Indra
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| Open lattice bracelet - 340 round diamonds, 25.84 , platinum setting - by Harry Winston |
May: Emerald
*Ancient people believed that emerald could heal maladies or improve
vision.
* In ancient times, it was also believed that emeralds could help people
see into the future.
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Emerald Cuff by BOGH-ART |
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