Showcased for its exquisiteness in our amethyst dangle earring collection, this purple jewel also enjoys a prominent role in Greek mythology. A legend recounts the unintentional creation of the amethyst gem by an angry god called Dionysus. Drunk off wine, Dionysus one day decided to create and subsequently unleash tigers on the mortals. On that same day, the pure maiden Amethyst was paying tribute to the goddess Diana. But Diana’s prayer was abruptly interrupted and the goddess was forced to change Amethyst into crystal quartz to protect her from the tigers. Sobered by the consequences of his reckless actions, Dionysus began to cry tears of red wine, turning the quartz purple. Thus, as legend has it, Dionysus’ tears created the amethyst gem. NOVICA artisans have made use of the beautiful and legendary jewel to bring you a spectacular collection of purple amethyst dangle earrings. Enjoy the rich history of the gem featured in NOVICA’s massive selection of
amethyst earrings.