February Birthstone - Amethyst

The primary birthstone for February, amethyst, is not considered rare in the gemstone world. Amethyst is a variety of quartz, which is one of the most abundant minerals on Earth. However, the rarity of an amethyst can vary based on its colour, clarity, size, and the location from which it is sourced.

High-quality amethysts with deep, saturated violet colors and clear transparency are less common and can be more valuable.

While amethyst itself is not rare, exceptional pieces—especially those with outstanding color, clarity, and size—can be considered valuable by collectors and enthusiasts. So, while you can easily acquire amethyst jewellery or stones, finding quality pieces piece requires more effort.

Amethyst is the birthstone for the month of February. Birthstones are gemstones that are associated with the month of one's birth, with each month having at least one specific gemstone assigned to it, and amethyst is the gem traditionally assigned to February.