Amethyst

Zamnesia - Amethyst: The Purple Quartz Gem

As a purple variety of quartz, Amethyst is a semiprecious stone with a glassy finish and violet hues. It is thought to have been around since 25,000 BCE, so there's a lot of history with this particular stone. Amethyst is found in a wide variety of countries, such as Brazil, Uruguay, and Zambia. However, thanks to Zamnesia, you don't have to travel anywhere to get your hands on this stone! Amethyst is a gorgeous mineral that boasts appealing deep purple hues with red and blue secondary tones. It is available in natural and polished finishes, in sizes ranging from 3–5 cm. If you're looking to make a serious impression with your crystal collection, this stone is a perfect addition! Caring for your Amethyst is an effortless affair; it can be wiped clean with a damp, soapy cloth.

Properties

Many believe that Amethyst has spiritual or mystical properties. In fact, the ancient Greeks thought that the stone would protect its owner from getting drunk. While this might not work in the modern world, others believe that Amethyst can promote a sense of serenity and even increase spiritual awareness and selflessness. No matter how you choose to harness Amethyst, this is a stone with vast appeal for both casual and experienced collectors alike. Where this one reads as translucent purple, Lapis Lazuli gives you a dense, opaque blue tied to the throat and third eye. Violet also runs through Rainbow Fluorite, banded there with green and blue rather than sitting on its own.