Ametrine and Amethyst is a 19 1/4 inch long single strand necklace with faceted rondelles and round smooth discs. I used Delica glass spacers and a Silver filled round toggle clasp to complete it. It's a celebration of February's birthstone!

As per firemountaingems.com, "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."

"Ametrine is a combination of amethyst and citrine, which are both a variety of quartz. Amethyst is clear quartz with the presence of manganese, making it purple. Citrine is clear quartz with the presence of iron, making it golden yellow. Quartzes (such as amethyst, citrine, ametrine and others) have been around for millennia and make up approximately 12% of the Earth's crust.

Ametrine was not readily available on the market until the 1970s, when it was discovered—or re-discovered—in Bolivia. The legends say a Spanish conquistador discovered the ametrine mine in the 1600s, when he received the land after marrying a native princess named Anahi. He sent several specimens to Queen Isabella of Spain … and then the mine was lost for centuries. When it was rediscovered, it was named after the legendary princess, whose land it once was.

Ametrine meaning is often tied to harmony, combining the calming energy of amethyst with the energizing power of citrine. This gemstone is believed to relieve tension, boost creativity and promote emotional balance and clarity. Ametrine meaning also includes spiritual growth, inner strength and enhanced decision-making. Seen as a powerful detoxifier, it’s said to clear negative energy and align the mind, body and spirit for overall well-being."

This necklace is small but mighty! I will be a great addition to any outfit!