Amethyst is a delightful crystal belonging to the gemstone family of quartz. The Amethyst is a soothing crystal that comes in a vast array of purple tones that range from a very pale and stunning transparent form; this is the purest form of Amethyst, to a genuine royal purple.
Ancient Romans and Greeks record the crystal Amethyst as having a place of rich historical background and are included among other crystals and gemstones. The ancient Greeks believed that the Amethyst held the ability to keep one from becoming drunk therefore; they made their drinking chalices or goblets of Amethyst. The ancient women of Rome also held Amethyst crystals in the highest of respect for keeping their husbands faithful to their vows of marriage.
The Egyptians handcrafted some of their jewelry of Amethyst. Many ancients believe soldiers should always carry an Amethyst crystal, as it was a charm to enhance courage, while aiding against death while in battle. Amethyst holds a very special place in the history of gemstone uses in jewelry and still does to this day;.
Amethyst is a magnificent crystal, which enhances sincerity and peace. According to Exodus, this crystal has long been useful in Biblical times as enhancing the Breastplate of Aaron. The Amethyst holds its place on the third row of the Breastplate. Revelations tells us it is a symbol to remind us of the apostle Matthew.
Amethyst aids in relieving stress, it is a calming crystal, and it is the birthstone for February. February born people have very deep feelings and ever changing emotional moods, the Amethyst encourages the qualities of serenity and tranquility to those who wear or carry Amethyst with them. Amethyst is also one of the symbolic crystals useful for celebrating the 17th wedding anniversary.
Amethyst is a lucky crystal that attracts love a healing crystal that aids in recovering from many addictions. It increases spiritual awareness; it allows one to see the future in their dreams and is a wonderful meditation aid, as it promotes the opening of the third eye. It also aids in preventing the feelings of nervousness. It is one of the crystals useful for working with the crown and brow chakras. Keep in mind however, that Amethyst may be calming to many individuals that it can also be over stimulating for others. The reason for this is that everyone is different of course and the powerful influence of the Amethyst will work with each individual. However, Amethyst is actually a very happy stone of vibrant purples to nearly transparent in coloring.
Amethyst is a crystal, which attracts a pure emotional love; it is also an amplifier for spiritual, healing and enchanting energies. It is useful for encouraging good tempers, preventing mistakes and miscalculations as well as increasing self-discipline, as it aids you in becoming your own boss. It is helpful to absorbing excessive body heat, which makes it a great crystal for relieving high temperatures and internal inflammations as well as being beneficial to women who suffer from hot flashes during menopause. It is however, heat sensitive and will bleach out to be yellow, rather than purple at that time it is no longer an amethyst, rather when it is yellow, it is a Citrine. It makes a wonderful crystal for bathing and resonates astrologically with Pisces, Virgo, Capricorn and Aquarius. You may recharge your Amethyst by the light of the moon.
An elixir of Amethyst crystals enhances the spiritual levels of vibrations, while assisting those who wish no interference with their freedom of choice in planning and making decisions. It boosts self-esteem and the feelings of peacefulness as well as relieving the ache of arthritis.
© 2009 Sara Valor
