This multi-colored gemstone has more than a double color, it seems also to have a double history and personality. Most geological references state that Ametrine was first brought to the gem market in the 1970s. Except there seems to be another story about this special crystal that dates back to the ancient Conquistadors stating quite a different story…
During the 17th century, a Conquistador named Don Felipe is said to have married Anakha, the princess to the Aureiros tribe of Bolivia. The mine, named for Anahi in reverence of the princess, was given to him as part of her dowry. When it came time for Felipe to return to Spain, his princess bride wished to return with him. But as the couple attempted to depart, angry tribesmen turned on them in anger and murdered the young princess. The dual colored gem is said to represent the princess’ two loyalties: to her husband as well as to her tribe.