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Amethyst is the stone of St.Valentine Amethyst is the stone of love and it is one of the most valuable Gemstone. Amethyst is a purple violet variety of quartz. Its name comes from the Greek word “amethystos” meaning “remedy against drunkenness” or “not intoxicated”.

If you were born in February, Than Amethyst is your birthstone. Amethyst is February Birthstone. Amethyst stone has been popular among royal families. 

Amethyst is a form of Quartz crystals. Zambian amethyst has dark purple color. Amethyst is the world popular stone and desired by ladies especially. Amethyst is found in Russia, USA, Afghanistan, Zambia, Brazil, Mexico, Africa, Canada and Europe.