5 Gemstone Beads Amethyst Purple Nugget Bead 9mm (00165-010)

5 Gemstone Beads Amethyst Purple Nugget Bead 9mm to 11mm. Deep translucent purple gemstone beads associated with regality and prosperity. The Greeks and Romans believed if you drank from an amethyst vessel the stone would prevent drunkenness, with the stones name derived from amethystos meaning not drunken or intoxicated.

Amethyst is the traditional Birthstone for February and also the anniversary gemstone for the 6th year of marriage.

Gemstone amethyst beads ranging in size from 9mm to 11mm in length and 7mm to 9mm in width.

Learn more in our Gemstone Glossary, Guide To Birthstones and Wedding Anniversary Guide.