Eye-catching Amethyst has its story well and truly rooted in the
culture of the Ancient Greeks and it’s partly thanks to them that
it is such an admired semi-precious gemstone today. Boasting a
variety of violet shades and mythical qualities, the Amethyst had a
real impact on the way the Greeks lived in ancient times and its
power has spanned generations to remain almost as symbolic in the
21st century. We’re exploring its role in the society of Ancient
Greece to see just how popular it was and why!