Scepter Amethyst Natural Cap Set Sterling Silver Pendant

Among the books, decks, and stones on 14th Street is this pendant: Scepter Amethyst Natural Cap Set Sterling Silver Pendant (shop SKU SBAMSCP198).

Amethyst is the purple variety of quartz, colored by traces of iron. In crystal traditions, amethyst is associated with calm and intuition. Those ideas belong to folklore and personal practice, not to any medical claim.

Sterling silver is 92.5% silver, often stamped .925; like all silver, it can tarnish over time and can be brightened with a soft polishing cloth. The title describes a cap setting that holds the piece at one end. Store jewelry dry and away from lotions, perfume, and harsh cleaners to keep it looking its best.

• SKU: SBAMSCP198

See it at Namaste Bookshop, 2 West 14th Street near Union Square in New York City, or order online.