Bacchus's Grape Drop-Cut Amethyst Bunch Necklace

Bacchus's Grape 【 Ambrosia 】 The Ambrosia series is named after "ambrosia," the food of the gods, and features jewelry inspired by divine sustenance. This piece is inspired by the grapes of Bacchus, the god symbolizing wine, described as the "blood of the gods" and the "fire of life." Amethyst stones, cut in a drop shape, are set in a gradient to form a design reminiscent of a ripe bunch of grapes. The forbidden fruit, a symbol of human desire, irresistible when told "you can't have it." This jewelry is meant to evoke the indulgence of autumn, perfect for wine gatherings and stimulating the appetite. It also makes a wonderful gift for the wine lover in your life. The deep purple of amethyst completes a look that resonates with sophisticated femininity. Add a touch of sparkle and elegance to your everyday style. 14KGF, 40cm necklace Leaf motif, 14KGF wire Stone approx. 7-10mm ■ About Amethyst Keywords: Sincerity, Peace of Mind, Intuition, February Birthstone Its Japanese name, *Shisuisho*, translates to "purple crystal." It is one of the oldest known gemstones. Known romantically as the "guardian stone of love" and the "stone that protects love." In Japan, purple has been revered since ancient times as a color of the highest dignity, used in rituals and adornments. In Greek mythology, Amethyst was the name of a handmaiden to the goddess of the moon, embodying a beautiful maiden. In Christianity, it is still used in the rings of high-ranking clergy for ceremonies. The name "amethyst" is derived from the Greek word meaning "not intoxicated," symbolizing the ability to maintain reason and nobility at all times. [Bonus Column: Amethyst, Purple, and Humanity] Amethyst belongs to the quartz group, known for its high hardness. So why has it been treasured as a color and jewel of the highest class in ancient civilizations worldwide for thousands of years? Purple is considered the ultimate color among the spectrum. In both Japan and Europe, royalty, nobles, and high-ranking clergy were the only ones permitted to wear purple, with strict prohibitions for others. It was the color symbolizing Roman emperors, and Byzantine queens gave birth in a "purple chamber." It was used in religious ceremonies in the Mayan and Aztec civilizations and as a color of nobility in China. Why? One reason is that stable purple dyes were exceedingly rare and luxurious. The dye, known as *purpura*, was extracted from the hypobranchial gland of certain species of predatory sea snails. Obtaining just 30g of dye required 250,000 snails. The ancient Phoenicians, who lived in what is now Lebanon, were the source of these snails, leading to a city being named "the land of purple." In spectral optics, purple has the lowest wavelength and the highest energy and frequency among all colors, representing the extreme limit of visible light. For those who work with color, and even for others, purple remains the most enigmatic of hues. In architecture and interior design, it is used in entryways, guest rooms, and water-related areas to evoke elegance, nobility, and a sense of cleanliness, promoting inspiration, purification, and meditation. Perhaps the reason amethyst has been so exceptionally distinguished from other stones lies in its color and the mysterious mental states it inspires. 14KGF 14kgf K14gf Gold Jewelry Accessories Wrapping Mode Mail Order Simple Handmade Present Gift Graduation Ceremony Entrance Ceremony Formal Wedding Ceremony Nursery School Entrance Ceremony Mother's Day Christmas Valentine's Day Birthstone Sparkle