Silver Beaded Three Strand Amethyst Bracelet

Evoke the exotic with this handmade violet amethyst bracelet with silver beads. This bracelet features five separate strands of oval shaped amethyst stones, in tones ranging from pale lilac to deep purple, alternated with intricate silver beads. It closes with a simple silver toggle clasp and it measures 8 inches long. Amethyst, or purple quartz, has been used by many cultures throughout history to make jewelry as well as other decorative and functional items. The stone has been associated with royalty in both Britain and Egypt, while in Tibet, it is considered a sacred Buddha stone. Leonardo Da Vinci wrote that it was able to dispel evil thoughts and quicken the intelligence, while the ancient Greeks often carved wine goblets from amethyst, believing it to be a strong antidote to inebriation. Feel feminine and unique with this beautiful amethyst jewelry. This bracelet has been entirely handmade by skilled northern Thai artisans using only handpicked stones. The handcrafted nature of this jewelry will produce minor differences in design, color and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to the unique quality of individual items. Measurements may vary slightly.