February Amethyst

7 July 2025 • 3 min read

Amethyst, the birthstone for February, has a timelessness that unites royal beauty and spiritual meaning. In its deep purple colors and peaceful energy, it’s a gemstone that has inspired artists, royalty, and spirit seekers for thousands of years.

Whether gifted to celebrate a birthday in February or chosen for its deep symbolism, amethyst offers a calm strength that speaks directly to mind and heart.

Amethyst is also naturally aligned with the crown chakra, the energy center of awareness, wisdom, and higher knowing. It has been used traditionally as a protection stone, a calming stone, and a spiritual evolution stone.

Amethyst was believed by ancient Greeks to ward off intoxication—its name is from the Greek word amethystos, meaning “not drunk”—and medieval bishops wore amethyst rings as a symbol of spiritual affiliation and humility.

In modern spiritual application, amethyst is said to clean the mind, soothe anxiety, and help with meditation. In inner peace or decision-making, when someone needs peace from within or for a decision, amethyst is said to calm the mind and heighten intuition.

Amethyst is particularly relevant to someone who is undergoing a process of personal change or emotional healing, so a good gift for contemplation, new beginnings, or love.

Visually striking and emotionally calming, amethyst is best matched with platinum or white gold—a cool metal that enhances its purple hue. Its luster and clarity also make it a good candidate for halo settings, where it’s encircled by diamonds or white sapphires for additional glamour.

Amethyst also makes a bold impact in sculptural cocktail rings, particularly in cushion or emerald cuts, where the stone’s depth and natural zoning can be seen to best advantage.

For something more symbolic, amethyst is often incorporated into spiritual talismans—pendants, rings, or beads that homage its metaphysical properties.

Amethyst is infinitely versatile and always sophisticated, whether paired with diamond accents, geometric shapes, or engraved patterns.

While amethyst occurs in abundance, its Siberian counterparts are sought out by collectors and connoisseurs for their high saturation of purple and striking red flashes. These exquisite gems are mined from limited sources and are prized for brilliance and depth.

We don’t usually get high-end amethyst specimens at Ernesto Buono Fine Jewellery, as they are held over for limited-series or commission pieces. An excellent gem like this is a sophisticated choice for a client looking for a richly coloured, responsibly sourced gem with rich spiritual lineage.

Set in special pendants or rings, a superlative amethyst becomes a priceless family heirloom—rich in significance and essence.

February’s birthstone is a soul gemstone, offering clarity, serenity, and quiet endurance in a fast-paced world. Either selected for its appearance or its aura, an amethyst piece from our Parramatta boutique will always be personal, thoughtful, and timeless.