Mythical properties
The name Amethyst coming from the Greek word 'amethystos' meaning 'not drunken', and indicates one of Amethysts supposed properties. Wearing Amethyst is supposed to prevent the wearer from intoxication. Amethyst is also supposed to encourage celibacy and symbolise piety, hence many Catholic bishops and even popes have worn Amethyst rings to show these two virtues. It is also a sacred stone for Buddhists who believe that Buddha regarded amethyst as a sacred stone. Leonardo Da Vinci believed that amethysts were able to quicken intelligence and dispel evil thoughts from its wearer.

Price
Although being one of the more valuable members of the quartz family, Amethyst is still a moderately priced gemstone.
We have Amethyst Jewellery starting at around £85