Precious Rings - Historical Myths and Beliefs

People love gem gold opal rings because of their creative designs and bright colors. As awe-inspiring as gemstones are, their historical tales and myths make it seem of little value. Modern fashion stones, such as amethyst, emerald, and opal, are not new. These stones are part of history, having existed for thousands of years in ancient societies. Gemstones - Amethyst The god of wine, also known as Bacchus, is revered in history for creating amethyst stones. Legend has it that in a fit of rage, Bacchus sent tigers to kill a virtuous girl, Amethyst. A woman named Diana saved Amethyst by turning it into quartz. Bacchus expressed his remorse for contaminating Amethyst's purple body with a glass of wine. This myth led to the belief that amethyst protects against drunkenness, negative thoughts, poison, and illness. Some ancient civilizations used amethyst to protect their plants. Believing that they represent power and divinity, Christians and Catholics use amethyst in many religious...