Amethyst Garnet Peridot Butterfly Silver Hoop Earrings

Beautiful handmade sterling silver butterflies are the centerpiece of these gorgeous earrings.

Beautiful faceted Amethyst (11mm) paired with faceted leaf shaped Peridot (7mm) and little faceted pink Garnet briolettes (3-5 mm) forming a flower, suspended within hand hammered 18 gauge sterling silver hoops. These earrings measure 2 1/2 inches long from the bottom of sterling silver leaverback earring hooks.

Amethyst: In ancient times, the Greeks used to think that amethyst would protect those who wore it from becoming drunk. The name Amethyst is derived from the Greek amethystos which when translated is “not drunken”. Amethyst has also been used to encourage celibacy, erase evil thoughts and keep one grounded.

Garnet: The birthstone for January, It is said to symbolize fire, faith, courage, grace, honesty, compassion and fidelity. Garnet is also said to stimulate the bloodstream, combat depression and laziness. Travelers are also said to be protected from harm, and sleepers from nightmares while wearing Garnet.

Peridot: It is said that Peridot was Cleopatra’s favorite gemstone. Hawaiian legend states that Peridot gemstones are the tears of the goddess Pele. Peridot has been used to slow the aging process and help with one’s speech. It has also been used to help find things that are lost.