Amethyst is one of the most popular and exquisite forms of Quartz used in jewelry. Best known for its royal purple hues, Amethyst has a rich legacy and is featured prominently in the crown jewels of many former civilizations. It was used by the ancient Greeks to prevent intoxication and in Tibet is considered sacred to Buddha. Great thinkers like Leonardo da Vinci believed that amethyst could dissipate evil thoughts and quicken the intelligence.
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