February Birthstone: Amethyst — Choosing Colour, Clarity, Cut and a Setting for Everyday Wear

By Riana Courtis Graduate Gemmologist (GIA) and General Manager, Prins & Prins Diamonds Cape Town, South Africa Amethyst is the purple variety of quartz. It’s popular because it offers rich colour at an accessible price point, and it’s durable enough for regular wear when it’s set and cared for correctly. Start with colour (because that’s […]