Mother's Jewelry Gift Ideas: Amethyst Jewelry by Tony Rodrigues

At Gemvara, we believe that the amethyst jewelry you wear should be precious because it's personal. Every beautiful Gemvara design is made just for you, in your choice of gems and precious metals. Your child's birthstone in palladium. Your favorite gem in platinum. Add your own meaning to every design, creating beautiful memories and brilliant reminders. It's jewelry for all life's occasions, from a birthday or holiday to your own personal milestones and celebrations. Our brilliant gift ideas with a personal touch will make this a Mother's Day to remember. Gemvara uses only the highest quality materials to craft your amethyst jewelry with meticulous attention to detail. Our precious metals are recycled or responsibly mined. Our wide selection of amethyst jewelry by Bijoux & Bijoux, Gary Stucchi, Judy Evans, and other talented designers means you can find jewelry that's just your style. Amethyst comes from the Greek amethystos which means not drunken because this gem is said to keep you sober. Amethyst is the February birthstone and the 6th anniversary gem and 17th anniversary gem. Clean your amethyst jewelry with mild dish soap: use a soft brush where dust collects. Gemvara's fine quality amethyst jewelry is designed to be passed down for generations to come, crafted by hand in the United States.

Tony Rodrigues is a classically trained master goldsmith but his passion is jewelry design. In addition to jewelry, his distinguished design commissions include Olympic Gold Medals, a set of custom designed "Diablo" cufflinks for the head of Lamborghini, and a reliquary for a Vatican-certified piece of the cross of the crucifixion. Formerly the Midwest director of jewelry repair and design for Nordstom's, he is now the owner of his own design gallery. A master of line and proportion, Tony's designs often feature graceful, elegant curves that make them as feminine as they are modern for the woman who is both.

The gem of peace and sobriety, the name "amethyst" comes from a Greek the word meaning "not drunken." According to the ancient Greeks, this wine-colored gem had the power to keep you sober. Amethyst is often used in religious settings as a symbol of piety and celibacy. Tibetan Buddhists meditate using amethyst rosaries to calm the mind and Bishop's rings often feature an amethyst. Color is the most important element in amethyst quality: the more vibrant and bright the lavender purple hue, the more valuable the amethyst. Gemvara's amethyst is a rich purple that complements both warm and cool colors. A well-cut amethyst is also important because the right cut will maximize the color and well as allow the amethyst to sparkle in the light. Amethyst is the February birthstone and the 6th and 17th anniversary gem. All Gemvara jewelry is made to order, which ensures that a premium-quality amethyst will be hand-selected to perfectly suit your design. Crafted in the United States, Gemvara's fine amethyst jewelry is precious and personal, surely to be passed down for generations to come.

We want you to love your Gemvara jewelry, so we offer a 101-day no-questions-asked return policy. If you aren't satisfied with your unique Gemvara jewelry creation for any reason, you can send it back in its original unworn condition for a full refund. Each returned piece must have its original tag attached, so leave the tag on until you are sure you love it. If you love it but it doesn't fit, no problem: we offer one free resizing as well.

We stand behind our exceptional American-made quality with a one-year warranty on the craftsmanship of our jewelry. Because the earth is precious too, we make our jewelry from conflict-free gems and recycled precious metals.

We're so convinced that you will love the Gemvara experience, we make it even easier by offering free shipping too. (We're all about making more happy customers. Also have we told you how nice you look today?)

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