The Amethyst Ring
Engagement
&
Wedding Bands

An amethyst ring is radiant yet affordable, and the amethyst gemstone will last for years with minimal care. Amethyst is a type of crystalline quartz that is famous for the variety of rich purple hues and colors which is the trademark of a fine amethyst.

Couples searching for colorful and low cost gemstone rings will definitely enjoy the durability and beauty of amethyst engagement rings and amethyst wedding rings.

Amethyst Properties:

Durability = Good
Hardness = 7.0
Refractive Index = 1.544 - 1.533
Specific Gravity = 2.66



Amethyst Enhancements:

Amethyst is occasionally enhanced using heat treatments to improve the color and clarity of the stone.

Amethyst Special Care:

Amethyst can fade overtime if it is repeatedly exposed to the sunlight. To preserve the color of amethyst engagement rings or wedding bands, turn the ring so the stone is on the inside of the finger while sunbathing or if you are going to be in the sunlight for long periods of time.

Amethyst gemstones used for jewelry purposes are mined in Austria, Brazil, India, South Korea, Russia, and Zambia.

Amethyst Price Guide:

Amethyst was once a highly valued gemstone, but due to discoveries of large amethyst deposits the price of amethyst rings has declined.

The average cost of an amethyst stone per carat is approximately $8.00. The color of the amethyst is often a determining factor in the stone’s value, and stones that come in extremely deep purple tones are higher priced than lighter varieties of amethyst.

The cost of an amethyst ring depends on the stone's color, cut and clarity, purple hue, type of metal used for the ring and gemstone setting, and if the metal band is made with intricate workmanship or designs.

Value of an amethyst will increase if the stone has an excellent clarity and cut (stones with blemishes have lower prices). Light purple amethysts are not as highly valued as the deeper purple stones, but some people prefer the softer purples as opposed to some of the more eye catching rich dark purples.

The most highly valued amethysts are the rare Deep Russian Amethysts with an average cost of $50,000 for 1 carat.



Amethyst Meaning:

The word amethyst comes from the Greek word “amethystos” which means “not intoxicated.” The Greeks and Romans believed that this gemstone would protect them from intoxication while drinking alcoholic beverages, and they created amethyst drinking cups specifically to ward off the effects of alcohol.

Throughout its history, amethyst was regarded as a protective stone. Soldiers once wore the stone into battle for protection against death and injury, and legend has it that the amethyst will also keep the wearer safe from feelings of grief and anxiety, physical additions, and insomnia.

Amethyst rings are believed to have mentally calming effects that can enhance clarity of thought, and this gemstone is the classic and modern birthstone for the month of February.

Shopping Tips for Amethyst Rings:

Due to the large amount of amethyst gemstones on today’s market, buyers should take the time to ensure that they are buying a quality amethyst ring.

Desirable amethyst properties include no inclusions or blemishes, the color will be sharp and reflective (white flashes are highly desirable), the cut and clarity should be good to excellent, and the tone of purple should be chosen based on the wearer’s personal taste instead of market value.

A return policy should always be included with the purchase no matter what the ring or gemstone costs. If after receiving the ring you find that the ring has visual blemishes, or the cut is a poor quality, then you should be able to return it. If you are unsure of the quality of the amethyst, jewelers will often take a quick look at the stone and offer their opinion for little to no cost.

Synthetic amethysts are available for prices that are similar to real amethysts, but these synthetics do not have the flash and deep reflective qualities of a real amethyst. With the low prices and the higher quality of color and light reflective properties of a true amethyst, it doesn’t make sense to purchase a synthetic version of this gemstone.

When you purchase an amethyst, the seller should tell you if the amethyst has been heat treated or not; by law, synthetic amethysts must be labeled as synthetics.

If you are interested in amethyst engagement rings or amethyst wedding rings, look for ring selections offered by reputable companies or designers who create gemstone rings with strong and secure settings.

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