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** Information on this Gemstone **
Mystical Properties: Amethyst means not drunken from a legend regarding an unhappy Bacchus. A pure maiden serving Diana happened to cross the angry God's path. He set his animals upon her and she called for protection. Diana turned her into a pure white gem to save her. Feeling shame Bacchus poured wine upon her, turning the lovely maiden, Amethyst, a beautiful violet purple.
Hence, wearing Amethyst Jewelry is said to protect the wearer from drunkenness and other overindulgences.
The Latin for purple meant very, very holy and it is often called the Bishop's Stone, for each Bishop is given an Amethyst ring to wear.
Hebrew High Priests wore Amethysts on their breastplate, calling it Ahlamah and believed it to possess the power to induce visions or dreams. They thought it helped Wednesday born children.
Western Astrology associates Amethyst with Aquarius. To Eastern Astrology, it is considered a secondary gem of Saturn (ruling Capricorn and Aquarius) with Sapphire being the preferred stone. Jewelers assign it to the February Birthstone.
Amethyst is an important gemstone in opening the 6th Chakra, or 3rd Eye.
The Traditional gift for the 17th Wedding Anniversary
Amethyst is thought to govern the hour of 8 am.
5th Century Christians believed it to benefit men named Arthur.
In the Bible, Revelations 9-21 refers to Amethyst as the 12th layer or the temple, thought to refer to the 12 apostles. This 12th stone is thought to induce constant thoughts of heaven.
Healing Properties: Most commonly said to help with addictions such as drunkenness. Also mentioned for its calming properties and protection from plagues.
Scientific Properties: Composed of crystalline Silicon Dioxide. (Quartz) The purple coloring comes from trace amounts of ferric iron.
Found throughout the world, principle sites include Brazil, Russia, Uruguay and Arizona. Hardness: 7 on the Moh's Hardness Scale
Buyer Beware! May be confused with a purple form of almandine garnet, frequently found in India.
Disclaimer: Newage Enterprises makes no claims as to the healing properties of this gemstone. We provide information on legends surrounding this stone's mystical and healing properties which allow the informed user to make their own decision.
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