Amethyst · Ombre · Microfaceted · Round · 4mm

Strand Length: approx. 15.5 inches. 100% natural gradient ombre strands of purple to grey to white amethyst beads. Amethyst is a member of the quartz family and displays beautiful hues from pale to deep purple.  Some fun facts about Amethyst During the middle ages amethyst was considered a symbol of royalty and was used to decorate English emblems and insignia of royalty. In Greek mythology, amethyst was viewed to be a strong antidote for intoxication, which is why wine goblets were often carved from it. The Tibetans held amethyst as sacred to the Buddha and made prayer beads from it. Amethyst is the birthstone for February. View the Amethyst Beads Full Collection. View the Gradient & Ombre Beads Full Collection.