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Amethyst
Amethyst is a violet or purple variety of quartz often used as an
ornament or jewelry. The name comes from the Greek A (not) and
methuskein (\"to intoxicate\"), 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.
Amethyst was used as a gemstone by the ancient Egyptians and was
largely employed in antiquity for intaglios. Beads of amethyst are
found in Anglo-Saxon graves in England.
Amethyst has been in use for thousands of years in magic, healing and
psychic empowerment. Its violet color makes this one of the most sought
after variety of quartz. It has a large number of qualities and uses
that have been given it over the years and it is said to be a stone
that radiates energy which has often been referred to as the purple
ray.
It is referred to as a Spiritual Stone because its color violet is same
as that of the crown chakra. Amethysts also are believed to
calm emotions and reduce stress. It・s an amulet for travelers, and
helps whoever holds the stone to have a more optimistic outlook and
perspective. Placing it under your pillow is supposed to help induce
sleep and prophetic dreams.
Some people use amethyst balls not so much for divination, but to
channel knowledge and healing from the universe. It・s also used for
healing in a variety of ways. If you merely hold it in your hand or
keep it in your pocket, you can channel the healing powers of
amethysts. Although a healing crystal doesn・t necessarily need to be
amethyst, it・s one that・s often used for spiritual as well as physical
healing.
