Amethyst is the gem associated with the month of February in the birthstone tradition. The purple color has played a central role in its identification within this calendar.
It is a variety of quartz and can display shades ranging from light purple to more intense hues. These chromatic variations depend on the natural conditions of its formation.
The recognizability of its color is one of the elements that has contributed to its stable association with the month of February.
Jewelry in photo: Snake Necklace, Cleo Earrings, Three-Stone Ring