February birthstone
February birthstone: Amethyst
Amethyst is the stone of clarity, calm, sobriety and inner strength. Here's its color, history, care and what to look for when you buy.
- Color
- Ranges from pale lilac ("Rose de France") to deep royal purple with red flashes ("Siberian")
- Hardness
- 7 Mohs
- Meaning
- clarity, calm, sobriety and inner strength
- Found in
- Brazil, Uruguay, Zambia, Bolivia and the US (Arizona's Four Peaks)
- Anniversary
- 6th
- Birth flower
- Violet and Primrose
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Amethyst colors
Ranges from pale lilac ("Rose de France") to deep royal purple with red flashes ("Siberian").
History & meaning
In Greek, amethystos means "not intoxicated." The Greeks believed the stone kept the wearer clear-headed, so they carved wine cups from it. Purple was a royal color, so amethyst set crowns and bishops' rings for centuries. It was as valuable as ruby until huge Brazilian deposits were found in the 1800s.
Caring for amethyst
Fine for everyday wear. Keep it out of long, direct sunlight, which can fade the color.
What amethyst costs
Very affordable: quality amethyst often costs $20–$50 per carat, so large statement pieces stay within reach.
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Necklaces, rings and bracelets in amethyst, plus how to pick a setting that suits a 7-hardness stone.
Shop February jewelry ideasQuestions, answered
What is the February birthstone?
The February birthstone is Amethyst.
What color is the February birthstone?
Ranges from pale lilac ("Rose de France") to deep royal purple with red flashes ("Siberian").
What does amethyst mean?
Amethyst symbolizes clarity, calm, sobriety and inner strength.
Is amethyst good for everyday rings?
Amethyst rates 7 on the Mohs hardness scale. Fine for everyday wear. Keep it out of long, direct sunlight, which can fade the color.
How much does amethyst cost?
Very affordable: quality amethyst often costs $20–$50 per carat, so large statement pieces stay within reach.
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