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Amanda’s Style File: Amethyst Amore
There’s a lot to love about February’s birthstone, from its affordability to its “soul-captivating color.”
These amethyst, lavender spinel, and pearl earrings from Assael ($24,000) are one of the 16 jewels Amanda Gizzi selected to celebrate February babies.
Every February we celebrate birthdays with gifts of amethyst jewelry.
As the official birthstone for February, amethyst has been an abundant and affordable gemstone option for decades. It can be easy to forget that the purple gemstone has rich historical importance.
For centuries it was amethyst that was believed to keep warriors safe on the battlefield and it bedazzled the crown jewels.
When you look at the pieces hand-selected for this Style File, you can see why amethyst has been beloved all these years.
When cut correctly, amethyst has a richness and soul-captivating color that is further showcased through settings by creative designers.
Here are 16 Amanda’s Style File selected to celebrate all the February babies.
As the official birthstone for February, amethyst has been an abundant and affordable gemstone option for decades. It can be easy to forget that the purple gemstone has rich historical importance.
For centuries it was amethyst that was believed to keep warriors safe on the battlefield and it bedazzled the crown jewels.
When you look at the pieces hand-selected for this Style File, you can see why amethyst has been beloved all these years.
When cut correctly, amethyst has a richness and soul-captivating color that is further showcased through settings by creative designers.
Here are 16 Amanda’s Style File selected to celebrate all the February babies.
Ashley Zhang amethyst and pearl halo ring set in 14-karat yellow gold (price upon request)
Assael amethyst, lavender spinel, and natural color baby Akoya cultured pearl earrings set in platinum ($24,000)
Bea Bongiasca “Give Them Flowers” ring with amethyst and teal enamel set in 9-karat yellow gold ($1,950)
Cicada amethyst and diamond earrings set in platinum ($14,500)
Fabergé 18-karat rose gold “Emotion” amethyst grand ring ($16,000)
Jacquie Aiche amethyst crystal necklace with diamond set in 14-karat yellow gold (price upon request)
KIL NYC “Sadboy” pendant in sterling silver with amethyst briolettes ($250)
Lionheart Lilla amethyst cocktail ring with diamonds in 18-karat yellow gold ($5,085)
Lisa Eisner amethyst side bangle made in bronze, available at Broken English Jewelry ($1,150)
Marina B. “Tigella” ring featuring amethyst set in 18-karat yellow gold, available at Broken English Jewelry ($7,200)
Nouvel Heritage 18-karat yellow gold, amethyst, sapphire, tsavorite and diamond necklace ($8,300)
Retrouvaí one-of-a-kind amethyst cushion heirloom bezel ring in 14-karat yellow gold ($2,700)
SunLit Fine Jewelry “Sun Drops” amethyst pendant necklace set in 18-karat yellow gold on an oxidized sterling silver bead chain ($1,200)
Syna amethyst and diamond earrings set in 18-karat yellow gold ($2,250)
Verragio amethyst and diamond toi et moi ring in 18-karat rose gold from the “Devotion” collection ($2,500)
Yvonne Léon “Mini Princess” signet ring with amethyst in 9-karat gold ($915)
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