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Amethyst (multi stone set)
- Brazil
- Gems, 8 pcs - 3.39 cts (total weight), approximately 6.0 mm x 4.0 mm
- Start Time: 05/07/2020 9:00:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 05/14/2020 7:40:00 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
- Winning Bid: $119
Item Description
The name "amethyst" comes from the Greek "a-methystos" meaning "not drunken,". Wine goblets were often carved from it, and the gemstone still symbolizes sobriety to this day. Traditionally, the color purple has been a symbol for royalty and Amethyst was often used for monarchs and leaders throughout history. It was, considered to be the stone of bishops, who still often wear amethyst rings. In Tibet, amethyst is considered to be sacred to Buddha and rosaries are often fashioned from it. Amethyst would be very expensive, were not for its widespread availability, as it is one of the few purple gems out there. Brazil has long been one of the main sources of gem quality Amethyst in the world. This multi stone set of Amethyst features 8 stones that are matched with brilliant "Oval" cuts and rich Siberian purple color. The color looks better in person, and best in sunlight. Most of the stone are virtually eye clean. A great deal to have so many beautiful matched gems for a low starting price.
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Bidding History
Bid Amount | Bid Time |
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$119 | 05/14/2020 7:34:53 pm (CDT) |
$109 | 05/14/2020 7:28:15 pm (CDT) |
$101 | 05/14/2020 7:28:14 pm (CDT) |
$91 | 05/14/2020 10:42:03 am (CDT) |
$81 | 05/14/2020 10:42:03 am (CDT) |
$79 | 05/14/2020 10:27:11 am (CDT) |
$69 | 05/13/2020 11:23:41 pm (CDT) |
$61 | 05/13/2020 11:23:40 pm (CDT) |
$50 | 05/09/2020 10:47:22 am (CDT) |