Pearls & Amethyst Bracelet

Amethyst is one of the most popular and well-known gemstones in the world, highly prized for its beautiful shades of purple and its spiritual significance. It is a variety of quartz and can range in color from pale lilac to deep violet, with some stones displaying intense, almost regal hues. Amethyst is often associated with peace, tranquility, and spiritual growth, making it a favorite in both jewelry and crystal healing.

Amethyst ranges in color from a soft lavender or pale purple to a deep, rich violet. The most prized Amethyst specimens feature a deep purple color with flashes of light or occasional zones of lighter hues. Sometimes, Amethyst crystals have reddish or pinkish tints, especially in the deeper shades. Amethyst forms in geodes and crystals, often growing in pointed formations. It is commonly found in clusters or druses, where the crystals are densely packed together. Amethyst can also be polished into tumbled stones, beads, or cabochons for use in jewelry. It has a vitreous (glass-like) to resinous luster when polished, giving it a beautiful, glossy surface. Amethyst has a hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, which makes it durable enough for jewelry but still soft enough to be scratched by harder stones.

Freshwater Pearls are natural gems created within freshwater mollusks, primarily mussels, as opposed to saltwater pearls, which are produced in oysters. They are known for their iridescent sheen, unique shapes, and variety of colors. Freshwater pearls have gained immense popularity due to their beauty, accessibility, and relatively affordable price compared to their saltwater counterparts.

Freshwater pearls are often more irregular in shape compared to round saltwater pearls. While many are oval, baroque (irregular), or semi-round, they can also come in near-perfect round shapes. Freshwater pearls come in a variety of natural colors, including white, cream, lavender, pink, peach, and even deeper hues like purple or mauve. The color can vary depending on the type of mussel and the environment in which it was grown. Known for their soft, reflective luster, freshwater pearls have a lovely, subtle shine, though they are typically not as shiny as saltwater pearls like Akoya pearls. The size of freshwater pearls can range from small (about 2mm) to larger (up to 15mm or more), with the most common size being around 6-9mm.

Freshwater pearls are mostly harvested in lakes, rivers, and ponds in regions like China, United States.  Countries like India, Thailand, and Brazil also produce freshwater pearls.