These amethyst button earrings have a silver cast butterfly on top of the amethyst. The buttons are 3/4” in diameter. The earrings are framed on the back with sterling silver and a french clip (post with clip to keep it firmly on the ear). These unique earrings are wearable all year round.

For the Chinese the butterfly represents love, specifically young love. The butterfly symbolizes an undying bond between lovers, as well as, joy and married happiness. It is also a symbol for happiness and prosperity. It is an emblem of summer and symbolizes long life and immortality.

Amethyst is the birthstone for February and the zodiacal stone for Pisces. It is attractive to people who are caring and warm-natured and have a love of family and children. It is the suggested gem to give on the 4th, 6th and 17th wedding anniversaries.

The Greeks believed that wearing amethyst would prevent intoxication. In medieval Europe soldiers wore amethyst amulets to protect them in battle. It is believed that putting an amethyst under your pillow will bring about pleasant dreams.