Description
These fabulous Amethyst gold diamond earrings with a silver halo are stunning. The Amethyst swings free in the center of a silver’ halo style’ frame. The fishhook fitting allows the earrings to hang free.
The earrings glitter and shimmer in the light as they move when worn. It is the surface textures that contribute to the distinctive design.
Having a modern style and a sleek look gives the earrings a timeless, elegant appeal.
The Amethyst set in yellow gold highlights the rich purple colour of the Amethyst.
The mineral ‘quartz’ comes in many colours. Amethyst is one of them, and Citrine is another.
Amethyst’s purple colour can range from light lilac to an intense tone Collectors, above all, look for depth of colour, possibly with red flashes if cut conventionally. The highest-grade Amethyst is called ‘Deep Russian,’ which is exceptionally rare therefore sought after. The Amethyst found in Russia, near Mursinka in the Ekaterinburg district, is the world’s most expensive.
Amethyst was once more valuable than diamonds therefore worn by Kings and the Clergy. The earliest use of this gem dates back to ancient Greece. The Greeks thought Amethyst would prevent drunkenness, so they wore Amethyst as adornment and carved drinking vessels from it, believing it would prevent intoxication.
All that aside, the Amethyst gold diamond earrings look fantastic!