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Learn about the healing properties of AMETHYST – THE LEGENDARY ‘SOBRIETY STONE’. FIND OUT what this stone is and what it does.

Table Of Contents

• WHAT IS AMETHYST
  • Info Key
  • Types of Amethyst
• HEALING PROPERTIES
  • Amethyst
  • Chevron
  • Chiredzi
  • Brandberg
• WORKING WITH AMETHYST
• FOR SALE IN THE SHOP

What Is Amethyst?

Amethyst is the name for purple to violet Quartz crystal. Its name is derived from the Greek ‘amethystos’, loosely translating to ‘not drunk’. The name relates to the ancient belief that this stone could protect its wearer from intoxication.

Amethyst owes its colour to the inclusion of trace amounts of iron in the Quartz crystal lattice – and radiation! Deep inside the earth are natural radioactive minerals, which release gamma radiation into their surroundings when they decay.

When Quartz with iron is exposed to radiation, the iron atoms are transformed and change the colour of the Quartz from clear to purple.

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TYPES OF AMETHYST

There are several different types of Amethyst available to crystal collectors. Including different localities, colours and formations, for example:

• Brandberg Amethyst from the Brandberg mountain range in Namibia
• Bahia ‘Dragon Tooth’ Amethyst from Bahia, Brazil
• Zambian Amethyst
• Chiredzi Amethyst
• Dark Amethyst from Uruguay
• Colour varieties include Lavender, Dark, Smoky and Chevron
• Formations include single points, clusters, Spirit Quartz and geodes.
• A recent entry into the market has been coined ‘Pink Amethyst’. It’s a material that has been discovered in Argentina. This is not a true Amethyst, as the colour of the material is caused by iron staining, not by radiation. The name is a marketing term.

Healing Properties

KEYWORDS: Protection, Purification, Divine Connection, Third Eye Chakra, Psychic Attack, Depression, Overindulgences, Addiction, Nightmares, Balance

AMETHYST

Amethyst is an extremely powerful and protective stone. It can guard against psychic attack and transmute any such energy into a loving vibration. It also blocks negative environmental energy. Enhancing spiritual awareness, Amethyst boosts psychic powers and the third eye chakra. 

Amethyst is a natural tranquillizer that helps with insomnia, night terrors and overstimulation. It supports overcoming addictions and overindulgence. This crystal can aid in sharpening the mind, helping you feel less scattered, more focused and in control. It also helps to balance highs and lows – energetically, emotionally and mentally. Finally, Amethyst can help you set clear, realistic goals.

CHEVRON AMETHYST

Chevron Amethyst, also known as Dream Amethyst, is a popular variety of the stone with white chevron markings.

Chevron Amethyst is an excellent stone for journeying, shamanic work, dream work and deep inner self-evaluation. It’s a wonderful aid to spiritual growth and healing. Chevron Amethyst can also enhance your strength by giving you the loving energy to persevere. 

It’s brilliant for cleansing the aura and chakras. Chevron Amethyst not only provides energetic protection but can even help you track negative energy attempting to penetrate your shield. Facilitating information about the reasons and origin of the negativity. In combination with this, it stimulates finding and understanding positive answers to any problem imaginable.

CHIREDZI AMETHYST

These crystals have come into our consciousness now to work with us in this very unique time of humanity’s evolution. They are highly spiritual stones with pure, high vibrational energy. Chiredzis are wonderful to work with in sacred space, meditation and all kinds of psychic work.

These crystals are so strongly attuned to the Higher Realms, thus they can help you connect to your Higher Self and your guides. Thereby aiding you to shift your life into its Higher Purpose. Master healers, Chiredzi crystals can even assist with untangling soul mate timelines.

Read more about crystals from Chiredzi in our crystal feature:

CHIREDZI QUARTZ

BRANDBERG AMETHYST

These crystals have a high vibration and just by holding one you can feel they are something truly special. They radiate infinite compassion and are able to facilitate deep soul healing and forgiveness. Excellent at removing any kind of attachments and for transformation. Brandberg crystals, especially larger specimens, tend to find you when they want to work with and through you. Assist in assimilating upgrades and deep spiritual awakening.

Working With Amethyst

A definite must-have in your healing kit. Amethyst is like a friend you’ve known forever. It’s immediately willing to just jump right in as though there’s been a relationship there all along.

It’s a great stone to combine with Rose Quartz for the perfect harmony of love and balance.

Or combine with Blue Lace Agate for a deep restful sleep.

Amethyst For Sale In The Shop