Amethyst is found in abundance in every corner of the earth.
The Roman gods treasured amethyst as a talisman to ward off the intoxicating powers of Bacchus. In it's golden form, citrine, the ancients revered it as a gift of the sun and a powerful antidote to the viper's venom. The royal purples of Amethyst and the occasional bright, golden hues of Citrine were treasured possessions of emperors, kings and queens throughout recorded history. Designers celebrate Amethyst as the ideal choice for jewelry because of its regal color, variety of sizes, and the wide tonal range from light to dark purple. Royal purple Amethyst is one of the oldest gemstones known to man.