amethyst
Amethyst , a jewel of natural beauty, is the violet variety of the mineral quartz. Like quartz, this gemstone consists of silicon dioxide (SiO2), but with additional small amounts of color-giving iron . Amethyst is a versatile gemstone that is both aesthetically and energetically valuable.
It crystallizes in the trigonal crystal system and forms prismatic, long crystals.
This beautiful specimen contains an agate setting which makes it a special collector's item.
The origin of the name from the Greek ἀμέθυστος ( amethystos ), "counteracting intoxication", expresses the old belief that a wearer of amethyst was immune to the intoxicating effects of wine. Likewise, wine from an amethyst cup should not make you drunk.
Another version of the name is that Bacchus , the god of wine, frightened a young girl so much that she turned into crystal. The god then sighed, and when his breath touched the stone, he colored it purple like the color of wine.
Properties and effects of amethyst:
- Birthstone: Month of February
- main stone for the zodiac sign Capricorn
- Yang energy and purpose : Amethysts are often associated with the strong, dominant yang energy . They represent the clear, the strong and the purposeful.
- Clarity and focus : Amethyst supports clarity in thinking and acting. It helps to set goals and focus on what is important.
- Energetic Cleansing : As an energetic cleanser, uncut amethyst can absorb negative energies from the environment and clear the aura.
If you are looking for a unique and powerful gemstone that accompanies you and supports you energetically, the amethyst could be just the thing for you. Let yourself be enchanted by its natural beauty and discover its healing properties.
