A Slice of Amethyst is a photograph by Mary Deal which was uploaded on July 17th, 2016.
A Slice of Amethyst
Amethyst is a violet variety of quartz often used in jewelry. The name comes from two Greek words meaning not and intoxicated and is a reference to... more
by Mary Deal
Title
A Slice of Amethyst
Artist
Mary Deal
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
Amethyst is a violet variety of quartz often used in jewelry. The name comes from two Greek words meaning not and intoxicated and is a reference to the belief that the stone protected its owner from drunkenness. The ancient Greeks wore amethyst and made drinking vessels decorated with it in the belief that it would prevent intoxication. It is one of several forms of quartz. Amethyst is a semiprecious stone and is the traditional birthstone for February.
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July 17th, 2016