Amethyst is a unique semiprecious stone of wisdom, which belongs to the most expensive quartz category. Almost all nations appreciated it. He was always closely associated with the church: its ministers wore amethyst rings and considered it sacred.
Amethyst: stone, properties, zodiac sign
The word comes from the Greek language and means "not drunk." For this reason, the stone was considered an amulet from intoxication. But there is a second version of occurrence. It is assumed that the name arose from the name of the nymph Ametis, who preferred to petrify than obey Bacchus - the spirit of wild life and drunkenness. Agree, both of these assumptions have similarities. It is believed that this gem helps to resist temptations, protects from evil spirits and brings luck. Amethyst expresses sincerity, purity of heart and peace.
The stone is solid, has a pearly luster. The color is purple, but its shades are many-sided (pale purple, red-purple, blue-pink, dark violet ) and can vary depending on the lighting.
The gem will fit the following zodiac signs: Taurus, Aquarius, Capricorn, Pisces. Representatives of these signs will feel a special craving for jewelry made of this stone - they do not even want to remove them. Such interaction fills the owner with favorable energy.
Amethyst: Taurus zodiac sign. The shade of the semiprecious stone is dark. It is a good remedy against stress and fears lurking in the human soul.
Amethyst: zodiac sign Aquarius. The blue-violet gem, the products from which help prevent family conflicts, protect from unrequited or unhappy love.
Amethyst: zodiac sign Capricorn. The color is light, translucent. Such a jewel will give self-confidence and will help those who are preparing for responsible matters requiring attention.
Amethyst: Pisces zodiac sign. Has a spectacular shade, changing. It goes well with chrysolite. If an amethyst jewelry is presented by a fan of a beloved girl, then their feelings will be mutual and strong.
A perfect gift is a semi-precious amethyst jewelry. Stone (zodiac sign should be taken into account) will suit both a woman and a man. It is combined with any metals, gold, silver.
The magical properties of stone
Previously, amethysts were taken with them by soldiers going to battle. He gave them courage in battle and helped them win. Even our ancestors gave amethyst rings to their loved ones in order to protect them from evil and make their life prosperous. It was also believed that if the landowner would water the plants with water, into which this amazing stone was briefly immersed, the fruits would be resistant to diseases and pests. In eastern countries, amethyst products were placed in the center of the bedroom at night - with their influence, the gem drove away negative thoughts and nightmares. In Russia, it was customary to transfer amethyst beads from generation to generation (along the female line).
It is believed that amethyst makes the aura lighter and improves the work of intuition. Meditations are successfully carried out with this stone, because it helps to completely relax and find peace.