And while it may not seem like it, birthstones are an integral part of this equation.
But back in the day, amethyst, the February birthstone, was considered on par with these gems.
Deposits of the gem are found in abundance in South America and Africa.
Described byPure Wowas “the most regal of birthstones,” amethyst was once only worn by royalty.
For some, it’s also believed to “cure insomnia and relieve pain.”
