According to legend, the beautiful Amethyst, February’s birthstone, was created when the godess Diana turned a maiden named Amethystos to stone to protect her from an attack by tigers. Bacchus, the god of wine, poured his richly-colored drink over her out of repentance for unleashing the beasts. Quite a legend!  Amethyst is a violet variety of quartz.  It is found in large geodes within volcanic rocks in Brazil, Russia, India and Austria.  Because it is among the hardest of gems, it wears well and is quite suitable for jewelry.  Let us help you accessorize your spring wardrobe with rich, regal Amethyst jewelry.