Earrings of Citrine, Amethyst, Blue Topaz and Rhodolite Garnet

These 36 x 13 mm hoop earrings are crafted from rhodium-plated 925 sterling silver and feature hand-faceted stones in various cuts. Citrines are positioned at the center of the piece, surrounded by rhodolite garnets and separated by blue topaz and amethyst. This colorful, vibrant, and striking piece has a post and butterfly closure.

Amethyst:

According to Greek mythology, Dionysus, the god of wine, desired a maiden named Amethystos. She wished to remain chaste and prayed to the gods for help. The goddess Artemis heard her prayers, transforming her into a transparent crystal. When Dionysus learned of this, humiliated, he poured wine over the rock, staining it purple. The Greeks and Romans drank from amethyst cups to avoid drunkenness.

Origin: Africa.

Properties: It is perfect for meditation, it protects against negative energies from the environment.

Sign: Aries, Sagittarius, Aquarius, Pisces.

Citrine:

It is a clear quartz crystal; its color is due to small deposits of iron. In ancient times, citrine was used as protection against snake venom and negative thoughts. It was also used as a talisman to protect against the plague.

Origin: Brazil.

Properties: It serves as a guide to wealth and abundance.

Sign: Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Scorpio, Sagittarius.

Peridot:

The modern term “peridot” derives from the Arabic word faridat, meaning “gem.” In the Middle Ages, it was widely used by the Church. It was the preferred gemstone of the Baroque era. Peridot was already being used in Egypt as a gem and healing stone two thousand years before Christ. This mineral is also known as chrysolite.

Origin: Brazil.

Properties: It is useful for living our own life and treasuring wisdom.

Zodiac sign: Libra.

Garnet:

The colors are more intense due to the presence of iron; they are dark crimson, purple-violet, brown, and dark red-orange. It is said that Noah used a garnet lamp to safely guide his ark through the darkness of night.

Origin: Madagascar.

Properties: It is regenerative, provides vitality and willpower.

Zodiac sign: Aries.

Blue Topaz:

In ancient European and Indian cultures, topaz was considered the stone of Jupiter. It represents mastery over one's own life, self-realization, and wisdom. In Mexico, it was used to uncover the truth in cases of conflict. Blue topaz is due to its iron content.

Origin: Pakistan.

Properties: It helps us structure our lives according to our own desires, it enhances sincerity.

Zodiac sign: Leo