Amethyst quartz - raw

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 inner peace, serenity, balance, and harmony, dispels restlessness, awakens patience, and wards off egocentrism.

Material: Amethyst Quartz

Dimensions: variable

About 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 silicic acid solutions with low iron concentrations 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 “druse.”

Element

Water: the water element relates to the sphere 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, it was already known in those times 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 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 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 well-being. It alleviates tension and pain, especially those related to headaches, such as tension headaches and migraines, wounds, and swelling. It is useful in treating 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 that helps us rediscover our true Self. It brings inner peace, serenity, balance, and harmony, dispels restlessness, awakens patience, and wards off egocentrism.

It dissolves fear and helps us approach situations with greater awareness. Ideal for overcoming moments of sadness and episodes of mild depression, especially those related to loss or damage. It allows us 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, creates a profound 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 home 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.