Amethyst is a violet variety of quartz often used in jewelry. The name comes from the Ancient Greek a- ("not") and methustos ("intoxicated"), a reference to the belief that the stone protected its owner from drunkenness; the ancient Greeks and Romans wore amethyst and made drinking vessels of it in the belief that it would prevent intoxication. More recent work has shown that amethyst's coloration is due to ferric iron impurities. Further study has shown a complex interplay of iron and aluminium is responsible for the color.
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Up to 18th century amethyst was included in the cardinal, or most valuable, gemstones (along with diamond, sapphire, ruby, and emerald). However since the discovery of extensive deposits in locations such as Brazil it has lost most of its value.
It's believed that the gemstones vibrations affect your aura,
helping your body to achieve not only balance and awareness but also improve
your emotional, spiritual and physical levels. The amethyst is a gemstone that encourages inner peace, fights addictive behaviour,transforms energy. It is a powerful blood cleanser. Aids calming, divine love and inspiration.
The amethyst is recomended for the following Zodiac signs: Taurus, Gemini, Scorpio, Aquarius and Pisces. |
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