Sugilite owes its name to Sugi Kenichi who first discovered it in 1944. The stone was later made famous by the discovery in the 1970s at the Wessels Mine in South Africa. Sugilite is among the rarest gems in the world. With the mine now closed and supplies extremely limited, gem-quality Sugilite often competes with natural diamond prices. ⁠This manganese-rich variety from the Wessels mine is responsible for Sugilite's modern association with the color purple. ⁠

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Amethyst was first named and revered in ancient Greece, its title -amethystos, meaning “not intoxicated” - reflecting the belief that it offered clarity and composure. Found today in regions from Brazil to Zambia, its distinctive violet hue arises from trace iron within quartz, transformed by the earth’s natural heat and radiation over millions of years.⁠
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Once as coveted as ruby or sapphire, it remains a stone of composure and depth, favored for its balance of color and light.⁠

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Aquamarine was first discovered in Siberia in 1723. While ancient Romans and Greeks likely encountered the gemstone, the modern "discovery" that led to its widespread mining and use was in Siberia. Just like emerald, it’s considered a member of the beryl family. Aquamarine means “water of the sea,” a nod to its tranquil color. Once believed to protect sailors and calm stormy seas, aquamarine now graces high jewelry pieces with its tranquil ocean-blue glow. ⁠

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