Amethyst

 Legend Also known as “Bishop’s Stone”.  Name comes from Greek “a methustos” - not to intoxicate and Ancient Greeks made drinking vessels from  Amethyst in the belief it would prevent drunkenness.  Ancient Egyptians wore Amethyst as a protective stone and beads of Amethyst have been found in Anglo Saxon graves in England.

Properties Believed to be a meditative and calming stone, working in the emotional, spiritual and physical planes to provide calm, balance, patience and peace.

Description These Amethyst beads are graded A or B.  Dark, lustrous with an excellent polish.  Sold as temporary strung 40cm (approx) strands.