The Story of Bacchus and Amethyst

Long ago, a beautiful maiden was on her way to worship at the Temple of Diana. However, she had the misfortune of crossing paths with the god of wine, Bacchus. Angered since he’d just suffered some slight, he’d vowed to take revenge on the next person he met. He spied the maid and unleashed his two guardian tigers upon her. As the great beasts bounded towards the hapless lass, the goddess Diana intervened. To spare her such a terrible fate, she turned her into a pure, clear stone.

Immediately, remorse seized Bacchus. To atone for his actions, he poured his wine over the stone, staining the crystal a deep, violet hue. And so, the maiden Amethyst lent her name to the crystal.

Amethyst is a stone steeped in ancient magic. It is, perhaps, as popular today as it was 2000 years ago.

Did you know, Amethyst is said to drive off insomnia and nightmares.

It produces a peaceful sleep and pleasant, healing, even prophetic dreams.

A spiritual stone, with absolutely no negative side effects, the Amethyst is a stone of peace.

When the stresses of everyday life well up within you wear Amethyst and let its peaceful vibes consume you.

The Amethyst double finger rings you see here are made to order just for you, while my supply of raw amethyst lasts of course.

I have a printable ring sizer available HERE should you need it. Have a question? Reach out HERE.


 

From the studio, through the stories.

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