The royal purple of amethyst has been combined with the traditional Indian patterns of this handmade silver necklace. According to Leonardo Da Vinci, amethyst is able to dissipate evil thoughts and quicken the intelligence. Because amethyst was thought to encourage celibacy and symbolize piety, this gemstone was very important in the ornamentation of Catholic and other churches in the Middle Ages. In Tibet, amethyst is considered to be sacred to Buddha and rosaries are often fashioned from it. Imbued with fiery aesthetics and mystical charm, this necklace is the ideal complement to elegant evening wear.