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Amethyst
Amethyst
is the most highly valued member of the Quartz mineral family,and
it has Purple hues that vary from very pale to dark. The
medium-dark to dark tones are considered the most desirable
and of course are quite a bit more expensive than the lighter
tones. The finest gems usually come from the Elahara mines
in Sri Lanka, and the Pau d'Arco mines in Brazil. Amethyst
is said to bring serenity and calm, and to enhance one's
ability to assimilate new ideas. It is also said to give
strength and mental stability, and to provide balance between
one's physical, emotional, and intelectual states.
Throughout history amethyst has been used to guard against
drunkenness and is thought to be helpful in overcoming addiction.
It has been used for hearing disorders, insomnia, headaches
and other pain. Some sources suggest it is used to stabilize
mental disorders.
Amethyst
is the birthstone for February.
View jewellery with amethyst
Violet
Femme
Iris
Birthstones:
January - Garnet
February - Amethyst
March - Aquamarine
April - Diamond
May - Emerald
June - Pearl
July - Ruby
August - Peridot
September - Sapphire
October - Opal/Tourmaline
November - Topaz/Citrine
December - Turquoise/Zircon |
Zodiac Stones:
Aquarius (January 22 - February 18) - Amethyst
and Moonstone
Pisces (February 19 - March 20) - Aquamarine
Aries (March 21 - April 19) - Diamond
Taurus (April 20 - May 20) - Emerald
Gemini (May 21 - June 20) - Rock Crystal
Cancer (June 21 - July 22) - Pearl
Leo (July 23 - August 23) - Onyx
Virgo (August 24 - September 22) - Sapphire
Libra (September 23 - October 23) - Zircon
Scorpio (October 24 - November 21) - Opal
Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21) - Topaz
Capricorn (December 22 - January 21) - Garnet
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