These pretty faceted 3 stone Amethyst dangle earrings are hanging on Sterling Silver ear wires and are 1 1/2 inches long. There are several Delica Glass spacer beads as well. Amethyst is the birthstone for February and has long been considered a stone of royalty!

firemountaingems.com says, "Amethyst (pronounced AM-eh-thihst) is one of the most common—and popular—gemstone materials. This variety of quartz ranges in color from deep purple to pale lavender depending on the presence of manganese and iron.

The origin of this gemstone, according to the ancient Greeks, was the nymph Amethystos. She resisted the advances of Dionysus, god of wine and revelry, praying for protection. The virgin goddess Artemis answered, transforming her into a clear or white stone. Dionysus, in despair or regret, poured wine over it—dyeing the crystal purple and creating what we now know as amethyst.

With purple being the color of royalty in the ancient Mediterranean, amethyst quickly became a symbol of power and wealth. It adorned the robes and crowns of monarchs and was valued as highly as ruby, emerald, and sapphire. Amethyst continues to hold court in the regalia of royalty and religious leaders alike—including pieces in the British Crown Jewels and those worn by officials in the Church of Scotland and Roman Catholic Church.

Amethyst is also the birthstone for February. Amethyst meaning today often connects to peace, clarity and spiritual growth, making it a thoughtful gift and a powerful choice in jewelry design.

Because of its mythic association with sobriety, amethyst has long been believed to prevent intoxication and curb indulgence. These amethyst properties have made the stone a symbol of clarity, discipline and wisdom. Worn to enhance decision-making and protect the mind, amethyst was often gifted to young warriors to promote clear thinking in battle.

Leonardo da Vinci claimed amethyst could dispel evil thoughts and sharpen the intellect. It has been used by healers to heighten intuition and spiritual awareness. Across cultures, amethyst meaning represents peace, serenity and unity. Many people use amethyst during meditation for spiritual balance and clarity.

Some naturopaths also associate amethyst with supporting sleep, regulating sugar imbalances and relieving headaches."

Wonderful mixed sizes, shapes and colors of Amethyst makes these earrings very versatile!