Ladies, especially those born in the month of February, will glow wearing these briolette cut dangling amethyst earrings. Set in 14k yellow gold, these earrings make a dramatic statement whether worn casually or dressed for a night on the town. The leverback design is both flattering and comfortable and the unique semi-precious stones sparkle brilliantly when worn in both daylight and candle light. Amethyst, a member of the quartz family of gemstones, are featured in the British Crowned Jewels and believed to be worn by Catherine the Great. Mined ly in Africa and Brazil, various colors of this gemstone are deep grape purple to purple-violet. You're sure to feel like royalty when you are wearing these stunning earrings.