February Birthstone

**(Collector Gems)** – Amethyst is a popular February birthstone.

The February birthstone is for protection and healing. It has a positive impact on one’s sense of free will. Amethyst and bloodstone are two gems that offer the spirit of the month of February and give the wearer the ability to harness its essence. These offer warmth to the body in the wake of the cold winters.

The month of February includes two zodiac signs, Aquarius and Pisces. Thirteen stones such as garnet, amethyst, moss agate, aquamarine, jasper, opal, bloodstone, jade, rock crystal, sapphire, turquoise and ruby are considered as Sun/Star, Planetary or Talismanic stones for these zodiac signs. However, amethyst has been in use to gain spiritual gains in many cultures. One can find it in mythologies.

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1. February Birthstone Amethyst

February Birthstone Amethyst is a type of Quartz. It is purple in color and comes in many shades such as from very light to very dark. Also, there are some crystals that have a tiny bit of purple hue, which has no color on any side. Today, the most common sources of the gem are Brazil, Uruguay, Rwanda, Bolivia, U.S., and Russia.

Amethyst had been in use for the month of February in ancient Arabic, Hebrew, Roman, Italian, Russian and Polish tradition. It gives protection, calm and peace that transcends into emotions of free thinking. The gem has a sobering effect on the one excited by passion and love. New and old Ayurvedic knowledge think about amethyst as a gem for cleansing and purifying the whole body.

2. February Birthstone Bloodstone

February Birthstone Bloodstone is an alternate gem to Amethyst for this month. It is from the chalcedony family along with jasper and tiger’s eye. The other name of this stone is heliotrope, that is more popular in the trade. Bloodstone gets its name from its color. It ranges from reddish-orange to red. Most of the times, it occurs as opaque in nature. Yet, it is rare to find the one which is translucent.

Jewelers use Bloodstone in a variety of ways. For instance, you can find it in rings, earrings, necklaces, and bracelets. It is not rare to be used in yellow gold for its striking color.