Minerals and crystals

1 natural Amethyst Quartz sphere by Yogi & Yogini. 

Amethyst is a purple quartz crystal. The shades of purple range from light lavender to dark purple.

Amethyst crystals are said to possess a spiritual quality and can be used to help people tap into higher levels of consciousness.

They can serve as a bridge between physical and ethereal frequencies, creating an opening for enlightenment.

Size: 2.5 cm

Material: Precious Stone

Stone of origin: Brazil

Amethyst Description

Mineral class: oxides, quartz group.

Chemical formula: SiO2 + (Al, Fe, Ca, Mg, Li, Na)

Amethyst belongs to the crystalline quartz family and owes its purple color to the presence of trace amounts of iron. It forms through a hydrothermal process from low-iron silicic acid solutions that collect in cavities created by gaseous vapors in volcanic magma or, more rarely, in rock fissures. The characteristic clusters of crystals on a common matrix are called “druse.”

Element

Water: the water element relates to the realm of emotions and femininity (love, healing, compassion, reconciliation, peace, sleep, dreams, and sensitivity).

Chakra associated with Amethyst

Sixth chakra Ajna (“Brow or Third Eye”) and seventh chakra Sahasrara (“Crown”)

Mythology

The name “amethyst” comes from the ancient Greek amethystos and means “he who does not get drunk.” In fact, even back then it was known for its ability to promote mental clarity and was used at festivals dedicated to Bacchus for its power to keep sober those who carried it with them.In the times of the Greeks and Romans, bronze rings with an amethyst were considered antidotes against evil.During the Middle Ages, Amethyst was more valuable than diamonds and was used by the high clergy and nobility, in the rings of cardinals, kings, and dukes, as a symbol of absolute power, since he who knew the spirit could rule over matter as well.

Effect on the body

Amethyst regulates the intestinal flora and fluid reabsorption, stimulating metabolism and improving overall physical condition. It alleviates tension and pain, especially those related to headaches, such as cephalalgia and migraines, wounds, and swelling. It is useful in the treatment of nervous system, respiratory, and skin conditions.

Effect on the psyche

Amethyst is a lunar stone (Yin) that awakens within us the feminine aspect of the Universe: higher intuition. It is the gateway to our supreme inner realization, the stone for rediscovering our true Self. It offers us inner peace, serenity, balance, and harmony, eliminates restlessness, awakens patience, and dispels egocentrism. It dissolves fear and helps us face situations with greater awareness. Ideal for overcoming moments of sadness and episodes of mild depression, especially those related to losses or damages suffered.It allows you to relax under stress. It calms tension and agitated states and is useful for meditation. It provides relief in cases of insomnia, dispels nightmares, and makes dreams clearer.It increases awareness and spiritual sensitivity, and leads us toward higher emotions. It promotes introspection and purifies the subconscious, creates a deep faith, and allows us to see divine perfection in all things.

How to use Amethyst

Amethyst can be cleansed under running water. To achieve lasting effects on the spiritual plane, it is recommended to always carry the amethyst with you in close contact with the skin. It can also be placed under the pillow or on the bedside table to promote sleep and shed light on the nature of your dreams.Druse or fragments of amethyst can be placed around the house to positively influence the mood of those who frequent it.Regarding physical therapy, a crystal can be placed in a glass of water overnight and drunk in the morning on an empty stomach in cases of nervous system or intestinal disorders, or held in direct contact with the affected area.

Burnt hematite

This is a natural product, so its color, shape, and size may vary and differ from the image shown.

Hematite has a protective and harmonizing effect. The stone increases self-confidence and self-respect, and strengthens the survival instinct and willpower. This supports freedom from compulsive behaviors. It also improves concentration and memory.

It is also said to help with leg cramps and insomnia.

Size: variable

Material: Hematite

Hematite Description

Mineral class: oxides. Chemical formula: Fe2O3 + Mg, Ti + (Al, Cr, Mn, Si, H2O).

Hematite is a very common iron oxide whose formation is mainly linked to sedimentary processes, but it also forms in metamorphic environments and in smaller quantities in hydrothermal veins, igneous rocks, and the oxidation zones of limonite deposits.

Ash-gray or black in color with a metallic luster, during processing it produces blood-red dust residues.

Element

Fire: the fire element concerns the sphere of energy and masculine strength (courage, willpower, purification, conquest).

Chakra Associated with Hematite

First chakra Muladhara ("Root")

Mythology

The name hematite means "blood stone": in fact, in Greek, Haima means "blood". It was already used for therapeutic purposes in ancient Egypt and by the Babylonians to stimulate blood production and speed up its coagulation, and so too in the Middle Ages.

The crystals sometimes take on the appearance of a metallic flower, so much so that they have the popular name of "iron rose". Legend has it that hematite is called so because it was placed on the wounded of war to take away their pain and was therefore constantly stained with blood.

Effect on the Body

Hematite improves the absorption of iron by the small intestine and stimulates the production of red blood cells. Useful in cases of anemia. It ensures better oxygenation of all the tissues of the body and a general improvement in the individual's health conditions.

It relieves any type of pain: headache, muscle, kidney, or intestinal pain. It is indicated for detoxifying the body and absorbing impurities from the kidneys, liver, and spleen. It is recommended as a support against menstrual pain and during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Effect on the Psyche

Hematite strengthens the individual's desire to live and induces them to improve their living conditions. It stimulates willpower and awareness of one's aspirations. It provides dynamism and vitality.

It encourages taking care of one's basic needs and fighting for one's physical well-being. It has a predominant action in our physical body: it is a stone of discipline and concentration that organizes our energies like a warrior preparing for battle. Our inner strength is magnetized and energized by its influence.

It gives a feeling of strength and calms anxiety and panic attacks. It eliminates mental dispersion and overcomes the excessive tendency to daydream.

How to Use Hematite

Hematite can be cleansed under running water. It is recommended to keep hematite in close contact with the skin but for not too long periods, otherwise it could have effects on the spiritual plane such as irritability and selfishness, in addition to draining energy due to the higher level of mental concentration.

Regarding physical therapy, for the best results, a hematite sphere can be applied to the body on painful areas, but its use is not recommended in case of inflammation. If placed near the heels during relaxation, it relieves leg cramps and combats fatigue.

Raw hematite

This is a natural product, so its color, shape, and size may vary and differ from the image shown.

Hematite has a protective and harmonizing effect. The stone increases self-confidence and self-respect, and strengthens the survival instinct and willpower. This supports freedom from compulsive behaviors. It also improves concentration and memory.

It is also said to help with leg cramps and insomnia.

Size: variable

Hematite Description

Mineral class: oxides. Chemical formula: Fe2O3 + Mg, Ti + (Al, Cr, Mn, Si, H2O).

Hematite is a very common iron oxide whose formation is mainly associated with sedimentary processes, but it also forms in metamorphic environments and in smaller quantities in hydrothermal veins, igneous rocks, and the oxidation zones of limonite deposits.

Ash-gray or black with a metallic luster, it produces blood-red powder residue during processing.

Element

Fire: the fire element relates to the sphere of energy and masculine strength (courage, willpower, purification, conquest).

Chakra Associated with Hematite

First chakra Muladhara ("Root")

Mythology

The name hematite means "blood stone": in fact, in Greek, Haima means "blood". It was already used for therapeutic purposes in ancient Egypt and by the Babylonians to stimulate blood production and speed up its coagulation, and so too in the Middle Ages.

The crystals sometimes take on the appearance of a metallic flower, to the point of having the popular name "iron rose". Legend has it that hematite is called so because it was placed on the wounded of war to relieve their pain and was therefore constantly stained with blood.

Effect on the Body

Hematite improves the absorption of iron by the small intestine and stimulates the production of red blood cells. Useful in cases of anemia. It ensures better oxygenation of all the body's tissues and a general improvement in the individual's health conditions.

It relieves any type of pain: headaches, muscle, kidney, or intestinal pain. It is indicated for detoxifying the body and absorbing impurities from the kidneys, liver, and spleen. It is recommended as an aid against menstrual pain and during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Effect on the Psyche

Hematite strengthens the individual's desire to live and encourages them to improve their living conditions. It stimulates willpower and awareness of one's aspirations. It provides dynamism and vitality.

It encourages taking care of one's basic needs and fighting for one's physical well-being. It has a predominant action in our physical body: it is a stone of discipline and concentration that organizes our energies like a warrior preparing for battle. Our inner strength is magnetized and energized by its influence.

It provides a feeling of strength and calms anxiety and panic attacks. It eliminates mental dispersion and overcomes the excessive tendency to daydream.

How to Use Hematite

Hematite can be cleansed under running water. It is recommended to keep hematite in close contact with the skin but for periods not too long, otherwise it could have effects on the spiritual plane such as irritability and selfishness, in addition to draining energy at an energetic level due to the higher level of mental concentration.

Regarding physical therapy, for the best results, a hematite sphere can be applied to the body on painful areas, but its use is not recommended in case of inflammation. If placed near the heels during relaxation, it relieves leg cramps and combats fatigue.

Raw heliotrope

Heliotrope is a green stone with red spots (caused by iron oxide).

The stone has a calming effect in cases of nervousness, aggression, and impatience, thus improving self-control.

But the stone is also invigorating and stimulating when you are tired.

Heliotrope helps to set boundaries and keep negative influences at bay. But at the same time, it makes you flexible and increases adaptability. Physically, the stone also has a balancing and neutralizing effect.

Dimensions: variable

Heliotrope is a variety of chalcedony that is dark green in color and has red-orange or yellowish spots.

This word comes from the Greek helios (sun) and tropos (manner). In the past, it was commonly believed that this stone reflected the sun. It was also used in Christianity to carve scenes of the crucifixion of Christ and also of the martyrs.

It is often called the martyr stone. It was also used as an amulet to enhance personal and physical energy. Also known as blood jasper.

Properties of heliotrope

Heliotrope is a stone that brings calm, while at the same time helping you deal with difficult situations, even those that test your survival instinct. Use it if you need to be more organized and also need to reduce anxiety and confusion.

You can also work with it on the seven chakras, especially the lower ones. It helps to purify and align their energies. You can use it to detoxify the body.

It works particularly on the second chakra, the survival instinct. It makes you more patient, less aggressive and irritable. It protects against unwanted external influences. Among many other things, it promotes adaptability. It allows you to face challenging periods in a much more relaxed way, without losing mental clarity.

With heliotrope, you can stay calm even if the changes life throws at you stand in the way of your desires. From a physical point of view, however, this stone strengthens the immune and lymphatic systems. It also strengthens the liver, heart, spleen, kidneys, and purifies the blood, among other things. It also helps to reduce fever.

4 uses of heliotrope

1. Increase your survival instinct You can keep heliotrope in your pocket to work on the second chakra. This way, you will strengthen your survival instinct and also your tenacity!

2. Face a change Are you about to face an important change in your life? Then my advice is to wear heliotrope as a necklace, it will make you much stronger!

3. Harmonize the chakras Heliotrope harmonizes the chakras. You only need to place it on the one you are interested in during a crystal therapy treatment.

4. Meditation You can use heliotrope in meditation with the aim of looking inside yourself to understand which is the best direction to take. Ideal for working with rock crystal.

Tumbled Heliotrope

Heliotrope is a green stone with red spots (caused by iron oxide).

The stone has a calming effect in cases of nervousness, aggression, and impatience, thus improving self-control.

But the stone is also invigorating and stimulating when you are tired.

Heliotrope helps set boundaries and keep negative influences at bay. But at the same time, it makes you flexible and increases adaptability. Physically, the stone also has a balancing and neutralizing effect.

Dimensions: variable

Material: Heliotrope, semi-precious stone

Heliotrope is a variety of chalcedony that is dark green and has red-orange or yellowish spots.

This word derives from the Greek helios (sun) and tropos (manner). In the past, it was commonly believed that this stone reflected the sun. It was also used in Christianity to carve scenes of the crucifixion of Christ and also of the martyrs.

It is often called the martyr stone. It was also used as an amulet to enhance personal and physical energy. Also known as blood jasper.

Properties of heliotrope

Heliotrope is a stone that brings calm, while at the same time helping you deal with difficult situations, even those that test your survival instinct. Use it if you need to be more organized and also need to reduce anxiety and confusion.

You can also work with it on the seven chakras, especially the lower ones. It helps purify them and align their energies. You can use it to detoxify the body.

It works especially on the second chakra, the survival instinct. It makes you more patient, less aggressive and irritable. It protects against unwanted external influences. Among other things, it promotes adaptability. It allows you to face challenging periods in a much more relaxed way, without losing mental clarity.

With heliotrope, you can stay calm even if the changes life throws at you stand in the way of your desires. From a physical point of view, however, this stone strengthens the immune and lymphatic systems. It also strengthens the liver, heart, spleen, kidneys, and purifies the blood, among other things. It also helps combat fever.

4 uses of heliotrope

1. Increase your survival instinct You can keep heliotrope in your pocket to work on the second chakra. This way, you strengthen your survival instinct and also your tenacity!

2. Face a change Are you about to face an important change in your life? Then my advice is to wear heliotrope as a necklace; it will make you much stronger!

3. Harmonize the chakras Heliotrope harmonizes the chakras. All you have to do is place it on the one you are interested in during a crystal therapy treatment.

4. Meditation You can use heliotrope in meditation with the aim of looking within yourself to understand which is the best path to take. Ideal for working with rock crystal.

Raw Smoky Quartz Druse

Smoky quartz is one of the most widely used in crystal therapy for its protective effects (also against radiation, such as that resulting from exposure to sunlight), as a talisman to relieve chronic pain and expel toxins.

It is especially recommended for people who have lost touch with reality and society, as it conveys a new sense of stability and happiness in being on earth.

Dimensions: variable

Material: Smoky Quartz

Smoky quartz, or smoked quartz, is a beautiful stone with a powerful energy. Its color ranges from transparent to dark brown within the same stone. In fact, there are many variations. You can find smoky quartz with a pale color or one that is very dark.

It is formed through a primary lithogenetic process, either in the pigmentites or through hydrothermal means. Beautiful smoky quartz druses can be found on the market.

In crystal therapy, it is used to harmonize the first chakra. It has a strong connection with Mother Earth. It helps strengthen the relationship with nature, attracting the energy of the crown chakra with its almost transparent shades. Within it lie primordial forces, survival, and the desire to fight for what you love.

It is a stone much loved in Scotland, probably because it is associated with its past. However, it can be easily found in various parts of the world. Unfortunately, it is also easy to find fakes. If its natural color is given by the aluminum and lithium present within it, even when exposed to X-rays, the crystals become darker. Real ones have a much clearer hue and are still transparent, while the fake ones are cloudy.

Smoky quartz is perfect for those people who have lost touch with reality, who no longer wish to fight and assert their rights within society or a relationship. Wearing smoky quartz brings a new stability, the pride of being alive, of being on earth.

Those who use smoky quartz attract, in a certain sense, the feeling of sacredness that the ancient druids experienced by living every day in contact with the earth. It will make you more confident people, eager to solve every problem of yours to find HAPPINESS.

Benefits for the body

It is said that smoky quartz somehow combats the negative effects of radiation and radioactive materials by absorbing them. It can be used as a complementary therapy to relieve muscle cramps, back and muscle pain. It is used to treat the kidneys and pancreas and to help the body expel toxins. It protects the nerves and muscles and regenerates the bronchi.

Benefits for the mind

Smoky quartz works gently on the energies that regulate our lives. As it dispels fear and stress, it makes room for light, a new balance, and consequently for various positive energies. It is the classic stone that does not leave you empty inside, because when it dispels a negative feeling, it immediately welcomes a positive one.

I recommend using it in meditation, especially if you are currently suffering from daytime fatigue and sudden drowsiness. It can help overcome depression, but above all, it dissolves those inner knots that prevent you from forgiving others. Perhaps you are still a victim of rather old and never expressed resentment that keeps you from sleeping peacefully. Well, use smoky quartz! It will help you let go and grow!

It helps overcome difficult periods with greater serenity. Thanks to it, you will have the strength needed to try to make your dreams come true!

Benefits for the spirit

Smoky quartz is a channel, allowing negative energy to pass to the earth, be neutralized, and reused as positive energy. In the past, it was used as a shield to counter psychic attacks. Shamans used it in healing processes to help patients regain their balance. It offers a protective barrier. It also proves to be an important ally in meditation or during spiritual ceremonies, because it makes the contact with other worlds stronger and more vivid. A truly interesting aspect of smoky quartz is that it seems to help develop the ability to observe certain paranormal phenomena, such as ghosts, spirit guides, etc. It increases perceptual ability by stimulating hidden senses.

Amethyst is a lunar stone (Yin) that awakens within us the feminine aspect of the Universe: higher intuition. It is the gateway to our supreme inner realization, the stone that helps us rediscover our true Self. It offers us inner peace, serenity, balance, and harmony, dispels restlessness, awakens patience, and wards off egocentrism.

Material: Amethyst Quartz

** The product image is created solely to illustrate the product and is purely indicative. Products may therefore differ from what is shown.

Dimensions: variable (in grams)

Uses of the Druse:

• FOR INSOMNIA: place a small tumbled specimen in your pillowcase. This way, you won't risk losing it, and it won't cause discomfort. It will help you fall asleep and clear your mind of all the worries that prevent you from resting well.
• TO SHARPEN YOUR INTUITION: wear amethyst earrings so that the stone is kept as close as possible to your third eye.
• TO PURIFY THE ENVIRONMENT: amethyst druses have purifying properties. Simply place the stone in the area you wish to purify, and it will take care of everything! Place it in the southern area, and it will bring ideas, warmth, and greater family unity; in the northeast, instead, it helps balance your life.
• TO PURIFY OTHER STONES OR CHARMS: if you have stones that need purifying, an amethyst geode can help, provided it is a large enough specimen to hold other stones. Keep your charms or crystals inside it for 24 hours.
• TO PURIFY THE BODY: stone elixirs are the best and fastest method, and they are obviously free from contraindications. Keep the stone in water for 24 hours before drinking it. It is useful for regulating the digestive system, bloating, and intestinal flora, and also for arthritis.
• TO ENERGIZE BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: prepare an amethyst elixir as described above, but instead of drinking it, empty the charged bottle into your bathtub. Add some essential oils and relax!
• TO RESTORE BALANCE: place it on the sixth chakra, between the eyebrows, to balance the third eye and higher energies. It brings peace, calms the mind, and helps clear away chaotic thoughts, thereby improving concentration. Keeping amethyst close allows you to approach problems from the right perspective. It helps you see your situation clearly without being overwhelmed by events.
• TO SEE BEYOND APPEARANCES: placed on the sixth chakra, it stimulates spiritual awareness and an understanding of reality beyond matter; it helps you comprehend the spiritual motivations behind events. It enhances introspective ability and strengthens the sense of justice, honesty, and humility.
• TO ALLEVIATE HEADACHES: place it directly on your temples.
• FOR MEDITATION: placed on the third eye, it stimulates vibrations, bringing you a deeper understanding of yourself. Place it on the sixth chakra to commune with universal energies. Hold it in your left hand to attract energy.
• TO HELP A WOUND HEAL FASTER: place it on the wound. You can use either a rough or tumbled stone; it will help the wound heal more quickly.
• FOR TINNITUS OR OTHER AUDITORY PROBLEMS: place it on the ear to relieve discomfort.

Amethyst Description

Mineral class: oxides, quartz group.

Chemical formula: SiO2 + (Al, Fe, Ca, Mg, Li, Na)

Amethyst belongs to the crystalline quartz family and owes its purple color to traces of iron. It forms through a hydrothermal process from low-iron silicic acid solutions that collect in cavities created by gaseous vapors in volcanic magma or, more rarely, in rock fissures. The characteristic clusters of crystals on a common matrix are called “druses.”

Element

Water: the water element relates to the realm of emotions and femininity (love, healing, compassion, reconciliation, peace, sleep, dreams, and sensitivity).

Chakra Associated with Amethyst

Sixth chakra Ajna (“Brow or Third Eye”) and seventh chakra Sahasrara (“Crown”)

Mythology

The name “amethyst” comes from the Ancient Greek amethystos and means “one who does not get drunk.” In fact, it was known even back then for its ability to promote mental clarity and was used at festivals dedicated to Bacchus for its power to keep those who carried it sober. In the times of the Greeks and Romans, bronze rings with an amethyst were considered antidotes against evil. During the Middle Ages, amethyst was more valuable than diamonds and was used by the high clergy and nobility in the rings of cardinals, kings, and dukes as a symbol of absolute power, for those who knew the spirit could also rule over matter.

Effect on the Body

Amethyst regulates intestinal flora and fluid reabsorption, stimulating metabolism and improving overall physical condition. It alleviates tension and pain, especially those related to headaches, such as cephalalgia and migraines, wounds, and swelling. It is useful in treating nervous system disorders, respiratory tract conditions, and skin conditions.

Effect on the Psyche

Amethyst is a lunar stone (Yin) that awakens within us the feminine aspect of the Universe: higher intuition. It is the gateway to our supreme inner realization, the stone that helps us rediscover our true Self. It offers us inner peace, serenity, balance, and harmony, dispels restlessness, awakens patience, and wards off egocentrism. It dissolves fear and helps you approach situations with greater awareness. Ideal for overcoming moments of sadness and episodes of mild depression, especially those related to losses or damage suffered. It allows you to relax under stress. It calms tension and agitation and is useful for meditation. It provides relief in cases of insomnia, dispels nightmares, and makes dreams clearer. It increases awareness and spiritual sensitivity, and guides us toward higher emotions. It promotes introspection and purifies the subconscious, creates a profound faith, and allows you to see divine perfection in all things.

How to Use Amethyst

Amethyst can be cleansed under running water. For lasting effects on a spiritual level, it is recommended to always carry amethyst with you, kept in close contact with the skin. It can also be placed under the pillow or on the bedside table to promote sleep and shed light on the nature of your dreams. Amethyst druses or fragments can be placed around the home to positively influence the mood of those who live there. For physical therapy, a crystal can be placed in a glass of water overnight and drunk on an empty stomach in the morning in cases of nervous system or intestinal disorders, or kept in direct contact with the affected area.

Amethyst is a lunar stone (Yin) that awakens within us the feminine aspect of the Universe: higher intuition. It is the gateway to our supreme inner realization, the stone that helps us rediscover our true Self. It brings us inner peace, serenity, balance, and harmony, dispels restlessness, awakens patience, and wards off egocentrism.

Material: Amethyst Quartz

** The product image is created solely to illustrate the product and is purely indicative. Products may therefore differ from what is shown.

Dimensions: variable

Uses of the Druse:

• FOR INSOMNIA: place a small tumbled specimen in your pillowcase. This way, you won't risk losing it, and it won't cause discomfort. It will help you fall asleep and clear your mind of all the worries that prevent you from resting well.
• TO SHARPEN YOUR INTUITION: wear amethyst earrings so that the stone is kept as close as possible to your third eye.
• TO PURIFY THE ENVIRONMENT: amethyst druses have purifying properties. Simply keep the stone in the area you wish to purify, and it will take care of everything! Place it in the southern area to bring ideas, warmth, and greater family unity; in the northeast, it helps balance your life.
• TO PURIFY OTHER STONES OR CHARMS: if you have stones that need purifying, an amethyst geode can help, provided it is large enough to hold other stones. Keep your charms or crystals inside it for 24 hours.
• TO PURIFY THE BODY: stone elixirs are the best and fastest method, and they are naturally free from side effects. Keep the stone in water for 24 hours before drinking it. It is useful for regulating the digestive system, reducing bloating and balancing gut flora, and also for treating arthritis.
• TO ENERGIZE BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT: prepare an amethyst elixir as described above, but instead of drinking it, pour the charged water into your bath. Add some essential oils and relax!
• TO RESTORE BALANCE: place it on the sixth chakra, between the eyebrows, to balance the third eye and higher energies. It brings peace, calms the mind, and helps dispel chaotic thoughts, thereby improving concentration. Keeping amethyst close allows you to approach problems from the right perspective. It helps you see your situation clearly without being overwhelmed by events.
• TO SEE BEYOND APPEARANCES: placed on the sixth chakra, it stimulates spiritual awareness and an understanding of reality beyond the material world; it helps you comprehend the spiritual motivations behind events. It enhances introspective ability while strengthening your sense of justice, honesty, and humility.
• TO ALLEVIATE HEADACHES: place it directly on your temples.
• FOR MEDITATION: placed on the third eye, it stimulates vibrations, bringing you a deeper understanding of yourself. Place it on the sixth chakra to commune with universal energies. Hold it in your left hand to attract energy.
• TO HELP WOUNDS HEAL FASTER: place it on the wound. You can use either a rough or tumbled stone; it will help the wound heal more quickly.
• FOR TINNITUS OR OTHER AUDITORY PROBLEMS: place it on the ear to relieve discomfort.

Description of Amethyst

Mineral class: oxides, quartz group.

Chemical formula: SiO2 + (Al, Fe, Ca, Mg, Li, Na)

Amethyst belongs to the crystalline quartz family and owes its purple color to traces of iron. It forms through a hydrothermal process from low-iron silicic acid solutions that collect in cavities created by gas vapors in volcanic magma or, more rarely, in rock fissures. The characteristic clusters of crystals on a common matrix are called “druses.”

Element

Water: the water element relates to the realm of emotions and femininity (love, healing, compassion, reconciliation, peace, sleep, dreams, and sensitivity).

Chakra Associated with Amethyst

Sixth chakra Ajna (“Brow or Third Eye”) and seventh chakra Sahasrara (“Crown”)

Mythology

The name “amethyst” comes from the Ancient Greek amethystos, meaning “one who does not get drunk.” In fact, even in those times, it was known for its ability to promote mental clarity and was used at festivals dedicated to Bacchus for its power to keep anyone who carried it sober. In the times of the Greeks and Romans, bronze rings set with amethyst were considered antidotes against evil. During the Middle Ages, amethyst was more valuable than diamonds and was used by the high clergy and nobility in the rings of cardinals, kings, and dukes as a symbol of absolute power, for those who knew the spirit could also rule over matter.

Effect on the Body

Amethyst regulates gut flora and fluid reabsorption, stimulating metabolism and improving overall physical well-being. It alleviates tension and pain, especially that related to headaches, such as tension headaches and migraines, wounds, and swelling. It is useful in treating nervous system disorders, respiratory conditions, and skin ailments.

Effect on the Psyche

Amethyst is a lunar stone (Yin) that awakens within us the feminine aspect of the Universe: higher intuition. It is the gateway to our supreme inner realization, the stone that helps us rediscover our true Self. It brings us inner peace, serenity, balance, and harmony, dispels restlessness, awakens patience, and wards off egocentrism. It dissolves fear and helps you approach situations with greater awareness. It is ideal for overcoming moments of sadness and episodes of mild depression, especially those related to loss or damage. It allows you to relax under stress. It calms tension and agitation and is useful for meditation. It provides relief in cases of insomnia, dispels nightmares, and makes dreams clearer. It increases awareness and spiritual sensitivity, guiding us toward higher emotions. It promotes introspection and purifies the subconscious, fostering deep faith and allowing you to see divine perfection in all things.

How to Use Amethyst

Amethyst can be cleansed under running water. For lasting spiritual effects, it is recommended to always carry amethyst with you, kept in close contact with the skin. It can also be placed under your pillow or on your bedside table to promote sleep and shed light on the nature of your dreams. Amethyst druses or fragments can be placed around the home to positively influence the mood of those who live there. For physical therapy, place a crystal in a glass of water overnight and drink it on an empty stomach in the morning if you have nervous system or intestinal disorders, or keep it in direct contact with the affected area.