Amethyst Crystal: Meaning, Healing Properties and Powers

Amethyst stone is one of the most popular crystals. Originally, it was used by the ancient Greeks over 2000 years ago as a talisman representing the ancient Greek god of wine. It is a purple variety of quartz which can be found all over the world. Amethyst has been highly regarded throughout the ages for its legendary powers as healing crystals, but more than that it has been sought after for its stunning beauty.

The very nature of Amethyst is an excellent stone to help soothe the mind and emotions whilst it carries the energy of passion and fire. Its healing powers help with spirituality and creativity whilst enhancing the logic of temperance and sobriety. As a result of this, it is considered a calming stone that allows you to quiet your mind which can aid in sleep and meditation.

There are a number of different varieties of amethyst which come in roughes or as an intricate cluster crystal. Irrespective of its state, amethyst are all well known for helping remove negative energy from the environment.

Even the smallest piece of amethyst relieves strain and stress. As a result, it is a natural tranquiliser, which is used to balance mood swings, and dispel fear, anger, rage and anxiety. It is also meant to soothe irritability.

Some crystals that work well with amethyst are Labradorite(to boost Amethyst's enhancing intuition and calm energy), Smoky Quartz (for reducing negativity) and Clear Quartz or Citrine(for enhance prosperity and creativity)

The beautiful rich purple crystal is said to enhance psychic abilities and activate spiritual awareness. This helps focus intuition and enhances psychic abilities.

When searching, one can find a broad range of Amethyst crystal for sale, the color of amethyst can vary significantly. Often it has a purple coloration, but it can vary to light pinkish violet. With this in mind, the most sought after colour are the ones with a rich reddish purple or purple with no visible color zoning. Amethyst dealers prefer the crystals to be strongly saturated reddish purple to dark purple. When it's too dark, the brightness of the crystal is reduced and it may seem black under dim lighting conditions.

As a crystal, Amethyst is associated with the Crown Chakra or Eye Chakra and is well complemented with Clear Quartz.

When you are looking to buy authentic amethyst online, you want to do a heat test. Authentic amethyst will remain cold to the touch whilst fake Amethyst will quickly warm up to your body temperature.

DISCLAIMER Energy work and Crystal healing are not to be considered as a substitute for traditional medical treatment. If either you, or someone you know, has a serious health issue, you or they should consult their own doctor and/or other appropriate professional medical practitioner, and make complementary healing part of a complete health care program. Customers should be advised that crystals and stones are not recommended for small children and they should only be used by children under adult supervision. Crystals and stones can have sharp edges. Small stones and crystals should never be left near babies and toddlers.