Multi Gemstone Copper Dragonfly Necklace

About Amethyst

Amethyst was used in jewelry in Ancient Egypt. The greek phrase "a-methystos", meaning not drunk was given to this crystal because wine during this time was the color purple. Today it is still one of the most popular gemstones around.  Banded amethyst exhibits eye-catching patterns of opaque an translucent layers giving it a textured appearance with varying degrees of white banding with brown striations.

Chemical Composition: SiO2 Silicon Dioxide
Mineral Class: Silicates, Tectosilicates
Hardness: 7
Color: Lavender to Dark Purple
Locations Found: Africa, Bolivia, Brazil, China, India, Madagascar, Mexico, Tanzania, Uruguay

About AMAZONITE

Amazonite occurs all of the world including Brazil, China, Libya, Mongolia, South Africa, United States,

Amazonite is usually pale green, but can sometimes be blue-green, turquoise or yellow-green and can also have white streaks.

Amazonite is named after the Amazon River even though it is not actually found in the River. It is assumed it is name after the lush green tropical forest the Amazon River flows through.

Amazonian Tribe women warriors were thought to have adorned their shields with it around 10th century B.C. Ancient Egyptians favorited it and King Tutankhamuns tomb had Amazonite inlays in it.  Amazonite has been thought to attract hope and faith.

Amazonite is a translucent to opaque feldspar gemstone with a pretty green color. It is the greenish variety of the mineral Microcline.

Chemical Composition: SiO₂ · nH₂O
Color: Green
Hardness 6 (Mohs)
Locations Found: Brazil, China, Libya, Mongolia, South Africa, United States

Care of Your Jewelry

Clean using a soft cloth and soapy water rinsing well and polishing after to remove any soap residue. As with most gemstones, ultrasonic cleaners and steamers are not recommended. Store in a soft case away from hard objects to avoid being scratched.