Buying Amethysts Online
Amethyst is the color of the royals and the birthstone for the month of February. In ancient times it was believed that amethysts were worn to ward off drunkenness due to over indulgence by people with wealth. Wealthy individuals were the only ones who could afford to wear amethysts. The dark, rich, purple amethyst from Africa is said to be more valuable than its smaller cousin from South America, although today, it’s possible to buy amethysts online at very affordable prices.
The regal purple of this beautiful stone is the major deciding factor when buying amethysts online. The colors of amethysts range from rose to deep purple and even a pale shade of green. Many who choose to buy amethysts online do not do so simply for the value of the stone but mostly for the clear transparent quality of this unique gem. Although it costs much less than the price of diamonds, many women prefer this particular stone because it is said that the Amethyst can cure disease and also bring much luck to one who wears it.
Whether you are looking to buy this gemstone to add to a collection or as a gift to be given to someone special, there are certain tips on buying amethysts online, which if followed correctly, can give you a wonderful shopping experience. Beware however, like in everything else, you will come across the fakes and the con artists who will be only too happy to part you from your money with cleverly constructed web sites and sales pages that you may find hard to resist. But do so at your own risk and don’t later complain about being scammed. Buying online is great only if you know how.
• Search on the internet for jewelers who have been in business for a long time. Make a thorough research of the company to check when they started business, what their policies are–especially the return policy–and read the reviews and comments made by consumers who have bought from them previously.
• When you have found a jewelry store to your liking, browse through their selection of gemstone jewelry and see the range of amethyst necklaces and other jewelry they have. Don’t just settle for second best. If you don’t find exactly what you want, you can always try another online store.
• When buying amethysts or any other gemstone online, check if the stones are natural or enhanced with heat and color treatment. If they have been, don’t panic because it’s something that’s usually done to enhance the colors of the stone and accepted as such. A reputed jeweler will be honest enough to inform you of this practice because finding a natural gemstone these days is extremely rare and even if you do, it will cost the earth.
• If you are buying an amethyst necklace or something equally precious, make sure the setting of the stone is in sterling silver or white gold to complement the stone. Purchasing a genuine stone set in some cheap metal will lower the value of your gemstone.
These tips on buying amethysts online will not only help you to choose the best but will also help you to do so from the comfort of your own home without having to walk from store to store in search of your beautiful amethyst necklace.