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Sterling Silver 8mm Round Amethyst Pendant with Light Rope Chain Necklace, 18"

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This classic solitaire pendant is crafted in sterling silver and highlights an 8mm faceted round of rich purple amethyst. The amethyst gemstone is cradled in a four-prong basket setting and appointed with an elegant split bail. An 18-inch light rope chain completes the design. Beautiful amethyst has been prized by royalty throughout the ages for its regal purple hue. It serves as the birthstone for February as well as the anniversary stone for the sixth year of marriage.

About Birthstone Jewelry

February Birthstone: Amethyst

Because of its regal purple hue, amethyst has long been a favorite of kings, queens, and other nobles. While it signifies wealth and strength, amethyst is also a symbol of soberness, tranquility, and wisdom.

History of Birthstones

Chances are you can name your birthstone, but have you ever wondered how certain stones came to be associated with particular months? Most gem scholars trace the tradition to the Old Testament story of Aaron, whose breastplate was decorated with twelve precious stones, one for each of the twelve tribes of Israel. Over time, these stones were linked with certain powers and tied to particular astrological signs, and later to calendar months.

There are many variations of birthstone lists, including Mystical birthstones, which originate from Tibet and date back over a thousand years, and Ayurvedic birthstones, associated with ancient Indian medicine and beliefs. Birthstones have also been tied to ancient Pagan religions, and even to the collective wisdom of the legendary lost city of Atlantis.

The Modern birthstone list, perhaps the most universally known, was released by the American National Association of Jewelers and officially adopted in 1912. Whether you embrace birthstone lore, or look upon it with a skeptical eye, there is an undeniable appeal to collecting a beautiful gemstone that is reputed to hold special power, meaning, and good fortune just for you.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 1.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B001941TMO
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,989 in Jewelry (See Top 100 in Jewelry)

Customer Reviews

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great, December 12, 2008

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J. Wolfarth ":-)" (Tucson) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sterling Silver 8mm Round Amethyst Pendant with Light Rope Chain Necklace, 18" (Jewelry)

I am very pleased with this necklace. The stone is a nice deep purple and the chain seems sturdy. 8mm is big enough to make a decent pendant. I bought the 6mm stud earrings, they match great.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Nice necklace, July 17, 2009

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Cmiddl01 (WV) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Sterling Silver 8mm Round Amethyst Pendant with Light Rope Chain Necklace, 18" (Jewelry)

I bought this necklace (with the matching stud earrings) as a gift for a friend. The stone is very pretty-nice, clear bright stone. However, after reading other reviews, I was expecing a very "brilliant" chain. When I opened the bag, the chain was a dark silver, not like shown in the picture and not like others had described. I'm not sure if I just got the wrong chain or what.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Disappointed but not so disappointed, August 24, 2010

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Sasha (NYC) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Sterling Silver 8mm Round Amethyst Pendant with Light Rope Chain Necklace, 18" (Jewelry)

I purchased this necklace based upon the picture posted. The reviews were a bonus. The necklace I received has a stone that looks pink, not like a dark deep purple. (The quality of color affects the perceived value.) I was counting on a rich purple. Yes, the chain sparkles brilliantly. It outshines the pendant. Having said that, the necklace is pretty but does not grab one's attention as the one in the photo would.