Amethyst brings energies of stabiity, peace, calm, balance, courage and inner strength. It also promotes happiness and has been used to protect travelers. Amethyst is a member of the quartz family. This lovely octagonal stone is set in sterling with gold vermeil. Size 9 1/2. Perfect for a middle or pointer finger ring. Stone measures approximately 1/2 inch. Rhode Island native Jessica Ricci finds objects with past lives and translates them into jewelry. She draws upon her own experience as a journalist, English teacher, world traveler and artist to create hand-crafted designs that are anchored in symbolism, history, and sentimentality.