
Description
Gemstone Family - Quartz (Amethyst) and Man-made Glass (Blue Sandstone)
Chakras - Crown (7th), Third Eye (6th) (Amethyst); Throat (5th), Third Eye (6th) (Blue Sandstone)
Colour - Purple (Amethyst), Dark Blue with Sparkles (Blue Sandstone)
Found in - Brazil, Uruguay, South Korea, Russia, India, Zambia, South Africa, USA (Amethyst); Created in labs (Blue Sandstone)
Element Associated with - Air (Amethyst), Water (Blue Sandstone)
Also known as - 'The Sobriety Stone' (Amethyst), 'The Stone of Ambition' (Blue Sandstone)
Meaning - Amethyst comes from the Greek word 'amethystos' meaning 'not intoxicated'; Blue Sandstone is named for its glittering appearance
Birthstone Month - February (Amethyst)
Zodiac Sign - Pisces (Amethyst); Sagittarius (Blue Sandstone)
Chemical Composition - SiO? (Amethyst), SiO? (glass with copper inclusions) (Blue Sandstone)
Hardness on the Mohs scale - 7 (Amethyst), 5.5-6 (Blue Sandstone)
Emotional Properties - Calms the mind, eases stress and anxiety, helps with emotional balance, fosters courage and inner strength (Amethyst); Promotes a positive attitude, reduces anxiety, encourages ambition and drive (Blue Sandstone)
Spiritual Properties - Enhances intuition and psychic abilities, promotes spiritual growth and enlightenment, aids in meditation (Amethyst); Enhances spiritual growth, promotes vitality and energy, attracts abundance and prosperity (Blue Sandstone)
Legend has it that... Amethyst was believed to protect against drunkenness; Blue Sandstone was accidentally created by Italian monks when they spilled copper into molten glass, resulting in a glittering stone
Geological Properties - Amethyst is a variety of quartz with a purple color caused by irradiation, iron impurities, and the presence of trace elements; Blue Sandstone is a man-made glass with tiny crystals of copper suspended in it, giving it a sparkling appearance
Uses in Feng Shui - Placing Amethyst in the wealth corner of the home enhances prosperity and abundance; placing Blue Sandstone in the northern area of the home enhances wisdom and knowledge
Historical Significance - Amethyst has been used since ancient times for its protective and healing properties, highly valued for its beauty and spiritual significance; Blue Sandstone, though not a naturally occurring mineral, has been used since the Renaissance period for jewelry and decorative objects
Disclaimer:
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.
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