| Crystal structure:
Trigonal |
Composition:
Silicon dioxide |
Hardness: 7 |
Crystalline quartz amethyst is dichroic, showing
a bluish or reddish purple tinge when view from different angles.
Usually faceted as a mixed or step-cut, amethyst has distinctive
inclusions which look like tiger stripes, thumb-prints or feathers. Some
amethyst is heat treated to change the color to yellow, producing
citrine. Crystals that are part citrine and part amethyst are called
ametrine.
Occurrence: Amethyst is found in
alluvial deposits or in geodes. Some of the largest geodes containing
amethyst are in Brazil. Amethyst from Urals has reddish tinge, Canadian
amethyst is violet. Other localities include Sri Lanka, India, Uruguay,
Madagascar, USA, Germany, Australia, Namibia and Zambia
Remark: Poor quality material is
often tumbled to make beads. If a stone is pale it may be set in closed
setting or have foil placed behind it to enhance the color. Amethyst has
been imitated by glass and synthetic corundum.
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Metaphysical:
For some of us - Amethyst is
the Stone of Spirituality AND Sobriety.
It is also the Stone of
Transformation. I can't think of a better stone to symbolize the First
Step, Sobriety and the 12 Step Program. Transformed means that we are
not as we once were.
Wear it as a reminder that
you are in a 12 Step program which is a Program of Spiritual Recovery,
and that you are Spiritual beings having a human experience.
Amethyst is a stone of the
mind. It helps to bring calmness and clarity where there is anxiety and
confusion. Wear Amethyst if you want to get in touch with your
intuition, your feelings, or your values. Amethyst helps one learn of
all things spiritual, mystic and psychic. Especially aids sobriety;
alcohol, food, sex, and other addictions. Eases compulsive/obsessive
behavior (desire for food, tobacco, drugs, alcohol, etc.) Famous ancient
detoxifier (especially helps with poisons, alcohol).
Stress: It is very good for
overworked, overstressed, or overwhelmed metal states because of it
extreme calming mental effects. It is considered an extremely spiritual
stone. In the Old Testament, it is written that Aaron, the Jewish High
Priest, wore the amethyst in the center of his breastplate, and it was
said to induce visions and revelations. Many people sleep with an
Amethyst crystal under their pillow for this reason. The Catholic bishop
still wears an Amethyst ring on the second finger of his right hand.
Addictions: Amethyst comes from a Greek word, amethusos, meaning not
drunk. There is a ancient myth about Bacchus turning a young maiden to
stone, and in remorse, he poured wine on the statue, staining it purple
and creating amethyst. Goblets of Amethyst were said to prevent the
drinker from being overwhelmed by the drink’s spirit. Today those trying
to overcome addictions, especially alcohol addiction, use the healing
powers of Amethyst as an aid.
Protection: Amethyst is a crystal of protection, because it repels more
than it attracts.
Spirituality: Amethyst fosters healing and selflessness, and is
associated with increased nobility, spiritual awareness, meditation,
balance, psychic abilities, inner peace, and positive transformation.
Some say it should be called the Stone of Transformation. Known also as
"Metamorphosis".
Amethyst calms the mind
and helps us to connect with our spiritual nature, while Rose Quartz
soothes the heart, brings love into our life, and heals past emotional
wounds. Black Onyx protects us from negative influences, and the
negative opinions of others. Clear Quartz crystal, (an energizer and
amplifier ) will enhance the effects of all crystals. Together they
balance Heart, Mind, and Soul.
Spiritual and Calming:
Amethyst I use to keep me in touch with my spiritual side and connected
to what is going on with myself as well as others. It allows me to act
for the best of all instead of self even when it may not be what I would
consider to be what is best for me. It keeps me calm and allows me to
feel that I have enough time to do what I need to do even when time is
limited.
It allows me to work slowly even when I am feeling the need to rush and
this allows me to do things right the first time instead of having to
redo things because I rushed through them. Amethyst does not like the
sunlight at all but likes the moonlight, sea water, and cold (loves
being under snow or in the freezer as a way of cleaning it and
recharging it) it is a good stone for a creative person to have around
because it does work so well at calming them.
~forum post from whitehorse woman.
Amethyst Aids in Psychic
Awareness:
The amethyst is a powerful stone for healing. It carries many healing
properties. It also aids in psychic awareness and helps with imagery. It
is a stone to help quieten the mind. If worn while sleeping, it helps
you to interpret dreams, and to ward off nightmares. It enhances
intuition and inspirations. Gives you clarity and insight. An excellent
stone for meditations. Good for the upliftment of the spirit. Should
never be cleansed by the sun. Carries the energy of the moon, female
energy. Does best with water cleansing or the moon. Smudging works for
all stones. The best stone for the 6th chakra.
~forum post from stones
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Physical:
Boosts productions of
hormones, calms nervous system, insomnia, hearing, digestive tract,
heart. Insomnia, headaches, hearing disorders, posture and skeletal
system, stomach, skin, and teeth, eyes, scalp/hair, pituitary, pineal,
blood sugar balance, assimilating foods, banishes pimples and rough
skin, and treatment of arthritis. |
