Amethyst Cluster

Gemstone Family - Quartz

Chakras - Crown (7th), Third Eye (6th)

Colour - Purple

Found in - Brazil, Uruguay, South Korea, Russia, India, Zambia, South Africa, the US

Element Associated with - Air

Also known as - 'The Sobriety Stone', 'Bishop's Stone'

Meaning - Comes from the Greek word 'amethystos' meaning 'not intoxicated'

Birthstone Month - February

Zodiac Sign - Pisces

Chemical Composition - SiO?

Hardness on the Mohs scale - 7 (1 being softest, 10 being hardest)

Emotional Properties - Calms the mind, eases stress and anxiety, helps with emotional balance, fosters courage and inner strength

Spiritual Properties - Enhances intuition and psychic abilities, promotes spiritual growth and enlightenment, aids in meditation

Legend has it that... Dionysus, the god of wine, was angered by an insult from a mortal and swore revenge on the next mortal he met, creating tigers to carry out his wish. The mortal happened to be a beautiful young maiden named Amethystos on her way to pay tribute to the goddess Artemis. To protect her, Artemis turned her into a statue of pure crystalline quartz. In remorse, Dionysus wept tears of wine over the stone, staining it purple

Geological Properties - Amethyst is a variety of quartz with a purple color caused by irradiation, iron impurities, and the presence of trace elements

Uses in Feng Shui - Placing amethyst in the wealth corner of the home enhances prosperity and abundance

Historical Significance - Used since ancient times for its protective and healing properties, amethyst has been highly valued by various cultures for its beauty and spiritual significance

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The benefits of healing crystals mentioned in our product descriptions are based on traditional beliefs and anecdotal evidence. These statements have not been evaluated by medical professionals or regulatory bodies. Healing crystals are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease and should not be used as a replacement for medical treatments. If you have a health concern or condition, please consult a physician or qualified healthcare provider.