Amethyst is very eye catching because of its royal purple color. It can complement any outfit, whatever style you have. It is also a great alternative to old and boring stone choices such as diamonds and rubies. This gemstone is the most precious and valuable of all quartz crystals. It should be cut to maximize the intensity of the amethyst color. This is a sign that the amethyst is high quality. It has a vivid color that is saturated. You’ll easily be able to see the pureness of the amethyst’s hues. Because of its translucency, it looks one of a kind. Those born in February will greatly benefit from the advantages of amethyst jewelry.

Nowadays, because it is becoming more fashionable, most women want an amethyst necklace. Since they are so unique, they give an extra kick to any outfit. They are fun to wear, and can last a very long time. Amethyst is quickly regaining its popularity as it used to be that it was just as precious as diamonds.

If you have an amethyst necklace, you should always remember to clean and maintain it so it doesn’t get dirty. You can easily do this by wiping it with a soft cloth after wearing. Some amethyst jewelry loses their shine, because of dirt building up on the gemstone. You can avoid this by wiping it clean after every use, so that there will be no residue left. Also, make sure that you store the necklace in a dry place away from sunlight or extreme temperatures. When placed in extreme temperatures, it could damage the stone. Invest in a high quality jewelry box with some form of cushioning inside to prevent your jewelry from being damaged. You can clean the amethyst necklace with some soap and warm water. Make sure that the soap is not too harsh, and avoid detergents. Always use mild soap, as the stone is very delicate. You can use a soft brush to scrub the gem if it’s really dirty. Remember to not leave any soap residue in the necklace. Do not leave any soap residue on the stone, or it could cause damage. Rinse it very thoroughly, and dry it. You can either air dry the jewelry or dry it with some soft towels.

You should never wear the amethyst jewelry when you are exercising. The bodily fluids like sweat can cause change in the amethyst. This could make it dull and it could lose its transparency. Also, your body oils could easily get the amethyst dirty. This will leave residue on the stone, natural dirt from your body like skin and dust could also cling to it, making it look darker. To keep your amethyst’s brilliance, take the time to take it off when you’re exercising. It will also help if you take your amethyst to a professional every once in a while. Have your jeweler perform ultrasonic cleaning on your amethyst to get rid of hard to remove dirt.