He also mentioned King Solomon’s magical talisman for gaining influence over royals and nobles. Italian astronomer and astrologist Leonardi believed that amethyst could help control evil thoughts and improve intelligence. One of the most famous British crown jewels rings is set with this birthstone. Men seeking to marry above their status believed that amethyst would influence the favor of wealthy ladies.Īmethysts was also considered to give vigilance to businessmen and calmness to athletes.Ĭleopatra possessed an amethyst ring engraved with a figure symbolizing the divine idea, source of light and life. Roman wives wore amethyst rings or amulets to use the birthstone powers of preserving affections of their husbands. Sir Philip Sidney, English poet of the 16th century, wrote about this gem Valentine was a bishop himself and popularized amethyst as a sacred symbol of pure love. This birthstone was used in episcopal rings and was considered to have influence of holiness and peace over the beholders. In many countries amethyst amulets were held to protect houses from theft.Ĭrusaders wore amethyst as they believed it would avert diseases of the new lands from them. Judeans believed this birthstone empowered people with excellent judgement. Ancient Egyptians used amethyst in jewelry and breastplates to gain its protective powers from harm in war or in peace.
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