Posts Tagged: Amethyst

Amethyst Through the Ages: From Ancient Greece to Modern Fine Jewelry

Feb 23, 2026

February’s birthstone has one of the most fascinating stories in the history of fine jewelry. Amethyst, a purple variety of quartz ranging from pale lilac to deep violet, has been worn by pharaohs, coveted by royalty, and carried into battle as a protective talisman. At Charles Schwartz & Son, we’ve handled countless amethyst pieces over… Read more »

February Birthday? Find the Perfect Birthstone Gift at Your Local DC Jewelers

Feb 13, 2023

Birthday gifts are extremely hard to shop for, especially when it comes to Jewelry. As your local DC jewelers, we love to help our clients pick out the perfect February birthday gift. DC jewelers guide to the February birthstone Brighten up your dreary February with beautiful birthstone jewelry. The February birthstone is Amethyst. Amethyst is… Read more »