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Celebrate February birthstones and the gem shows in Arizona this month with a versatile stone like amethyst.
From everyday staples to design-forward pieces, amethyst is a gemstone seen across many facets of fine jewelry. Seen here is Seal & Scribe’s “Freedom Moon” ring with hand-carved amethyst depicting a bird flying free of its cage ($3,200), one of the 16 selects in this month’s Amanda’s Style File.
This is a gemstone celebration month. With the gem shows in Arizona, all gemstones are top of mind. However, amethyst will always be the crème de la crème of gemstones for February.
As the birthstone for February, amethyst is really coming into its own with big and bold stones being used to create showstopping pieces of jewelry.
The affordability of the stone makes it a great gemstone for simple and everyday staples as well as design-forward pieces. It always looks regal and who wouldn't want that!
Enjoy these Amanda's Style File amethyst selects that will have everyone feeling fabulous this February.
As the birthstone for February, amethyst is really coming into its own with big and bold stones being used to create showstopping pieces of jewelry.
The affordability of the stone makes it a great gemstone for simple and everyday staples as well as design-forward pieces. It always looks regal and who wouldn't want that!
Enjoy these Amanda's Style File amethyst selects that will have everyone feeling fabulous this February.
Alice Pierre “Prism” necklace in 14-karat yellow gold with amethyst ($1,300)
Ashaha “Unzi” amethyst bangle in 14-karat yellow gold ($3,443)
Bea Bongiasca red leather cord choker featuring an amethyst pendant with 9-karat yellow gold ($920)
CCWW Designs carved amethyst shell with diamonds set in 14-karat yellow gold ($5,100)
Clara Chehab "Halo" necklace with rough amethyst, diamonds, and sapphire set in 18-karat rose gold ($5,000)
Dena Kemp amethyst earrings in 18-karat white gold ($28,000)
GiGi Ferranti “Lucia” cabochon amethyst ring in 14-karat yellow gold with sapphire and ruby side stones ($3,300)
Katy Briscoe “Laura’s Four Diamond” earrings with cape amethyst and diamonds set in 18-karat yellow gold ($11,000)
Mindi Mond amethyst and diamond triple drop earrings set in 14-karat and 9-karat rose gold ($7,600)
Olga Shatrova Jewelry natural amethyst ring with diamonds set in 18-karat white gold ($6,500)
Royal Chain 14-karat yellow gold curb chain bracelet with amethyst ($738)
Seal & Scribe “Freedom Moon” ring with amethyst and diamonds ($3,200)
Shy Creation 14-karat yellow gold bangle with amethyst ($2,200)
Tanya Farah amethyst “Scroll Enhancer” with pink sapphires and diamonds set in 18-karat yellow gold ($24,000)
Zahn-Z “Zaha” ring with onyx and amethyst ($4,510)
Zina sterling silver modern-inspired pendant with amethyst ($195)
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