Said to promote peace and serenity, February's birthstone amethyst has long been a favourite among jewellers for its deep purple tone. The perfect complement to the shimmering waters of the Caribbean, amethyst is often found in the best contemporary jewels for cocktail hour — a wise choice for a stone believed to ward against the effects of inebriation.
A magnificent Hummingbird necklace in 18 carat white gold with amethysts, diamonds and sapphires, POA, Chopard
Ophidian 18 karat yellow gold earrings with emeralds and amethysts, £25,000, Niquesa
Late Victorian amethyst and diamond fringe necklace, £5,950, Bentley & Skinner
Charms Extraordinaire Desir Watch in white gold with sapphires, mother-of-pearl, amethysts and diamonds, £64,300, Van Cleef & Arpels
18 karat gold and amethyst bracelet, £1,425, Marie-Hélène de Taillac at Net-A-Porter
Love bracelet in 18 karat pink gold with amethyst, sapphire and garnet, £7,200, Cartier at Selfridges
Flora Pastel bracelet in 18 carat white gold with amethysts, beryls and diamonds, POA, Boodles
Kashan dome necklace in 18 karat yellow gold with amethyst, blue topaz and diamond, £5,340, Noush at Harvey Nichols