The Beautiful & Powerful Amethyst

February is the month of love. It’s also the month of the Amethyst. For all of the February babies out there, I’ll admit it – your birthstone is one of my absolute favorite gems. If you’ve ever shopped at Yelton Fine Jewelers you can probably see why I’m so drawn to Amethyst pieces. Ahem, purple!

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Long ago the Amethyst was a very rare and expensive stone, similar to a Ruby. That all changed in the 19th century when large deposits of the gem were discovered in Brazil. Now we can all enjoy the rich beauty of the Amethyst without the associated price tag {#score}.

Along with delivering a stunning look, the Amethyst has also been known to possess many powers. Here are just a of the few myths that have been associated with this gemstone throughout history…

  • In Ancient Greece Amethysts were believed to prevent intoxication {#passthechampagne}.
  • Amethyst was the emblem for Matthew, one of the twelve apostles.
  • Once upon a time, farmers believed wearing amethyst would protect their crops from bad weather and pests.
  • Leonardo da Vinci believed the amethyst could control evil thoughts and increase intelligence.
  • The English leveraged amethysts during the Middle Ages to symbolize royalty.

February baby, or not … who wouldn’t want to wear an Amethyst? I think we all deserve to look like royalty and luckily designers like Tacori agree. Check out some of these amazing Amethyst pieces that we have in our cases at Yelton Fine Jewelers.

Stop on by to check out these stunning pieces in person. If you take one home we’ll even wrap it in a matching purple box for you {wink}. And finally, happy happy birthday to all of the February babies out there, including our very own rock-star sales associate, Heather!

Valentine’s Gifts That Will Make Her Smile

Guys, you know I’m always looking out for you, which is why I’m here to give you a major hint …

Valentine’s Day is less than two weeks away!!

If you haven’t already picked up something for that special woman in your life, you better get to Yelton Fine Jewelers ASAP. Your personal shopper {ahem, me} is waiting for you. While there are so many great pieces to choose from, here are a handful of pieces that I am loving for Valentine’s Day 2017 …

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What a perfect pick for Valentine’s Day. Not only is this bracelet from Hearts On Fire trendy, but it also symbolizes infinity and everlasting love. I promise a smile will come to her face every time that she looks at it. After all, she’ll be thinking of you {wink}.

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Tacori Classic Crescent Necklace

This stunning pendant from Tacori is a must-have for your one and only. Like your love, this necklace showcases a continuous circle, with no beginning and no end. The look is complete with 0.11 carats of sparkling white diamonds for added glimmer.

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Hearts On Fire Heart Stud Earrings

Let her shine brighter than ever before with these diamond studs from Hearts On Fire. Showcasing a classic and romantic design, these earrings deliver a timeless look that she’ll never grow tired of.

Simon G Diamond Drop Pendant

Finally, the item at the top of my list {hint, hint}. Check out this glistening 18K white gold pendant from Simon G. The drop design delivers a look that’s perfectly modern, but yet still appropriate for any occasion. I mean, if I owned it I would wear it every day.

Whether it’s one of these beautiful pieces, or something else that she’s had her eyes on, when she sees that little purple Yelton’s box in your hand she’ll be smiling from ear to ear. Gauranteed! Wishing you all a happy, love-filled Valentine’s Day. You know where to find me if you need gift advice!