Amitis Shahbanu

Amitis is an Achaemenid princess from the Median civilization, the daughter of Xerxes I and Empress Amestris. She was introduced as the most beautiful woman in Asia The meaning of her name is to have good thoughts. Throughout her life, she invited courtiers to peace and friendship and prevented many tortures and executions. During the time of the Medes, she and her mother were powerful women in the court. Amethystos is the name of an ink stone that is seen in pink and purple colors. This gemstone is a symbol of connection to love, energy and power. Digital Painting