Amethyst is a stone of incredible beauty, which is a type of quartz. It has, as a rule, a bluish-pink or red-violet hue. Not only jewelry is made from it, magic properties are also attributed to him. And now they will be discussed.
Ancient greek legend
Translated from ancient Greek, the name of this stone means "not intoxicating." According to one well-known myth, the god of fun and wine Dionysus fell in love with a beautiful nymph named Ametis. But the girl had feelings for a simple shepherd, and therefore rejected him. This Dionysus insulted to the core, and he pursued the beauty.
The girl was exhausted, and in desperation, she appealed to Artemis, the goddess of chastity, fertility and the patroness of all life on earth. As soon as Dionysus tried to touch the exhausted nymph, the goddess turned her into a beautiful lilac stone.
And so amethyst appeared. In memory of the rejected god of fun and wine, he was endowed with a unique ability - to protect from drunkenness the one who owns it.
The properties of stone that were believed in before
All peoples had their own beliefs associated with amethyst. The properties attributed to the stone are very different. Here are some interesting facts related to this:
- In ancient China, it was believed that this kind of quartz is actually the frozen saliva of a lilac dragon. He was very much appreciated and made from this stone small caskets and bottles.
- In ancient Rome, small jewelry, signets and gems - jewelry stones with images were made from amethyst.
- Priests chose this stone as a talisman. Therefore, the amethyst was called episcopal. According to legend, this variety of quartz had occult properties, cleansed the soul of sin. That is why amethysts are also often decorated with pectoral crosses, altars and icons.
- The Pope at the initiation of man to the san gave him a ring with this stone.
- Another interesting property of amethyst stone is the ability to change the human soul. Because it was used in the decoration of religious objects. Even books decorated with amethyst existed. One of the real examples is the Morozov Gospel, which is kept in the Moscow Armory.
But the most, perhaps, the well-known property of amethyst stone lies in its ability to give its owner power over other people. This explains its use in royal regalia. It was he who adorned the crown of Irina Godunova, the wife of Tsar Fedor I Ivanovich.
Healing properties
It will not be superfluous to mention them. The healing properties of the amethyst stone, the photo of which is presented above, have long been determined by lithotherapists - mineral treatment specialists.
If you believe the existing information, then this type of quartz enhances the production of hormones, normalizes the work of the endocrine glands and the nervous system, and helps to saturate the blood with oxygen. Also, products from this stone are recommended to be worn by people suffering from diseases of the intestines, stomach, heart.
It is also believed that if amethyst does facial massage, then its color will improve over time, and wrinkles and other defects will become much less noticeable.
People who want to cleanse the kidneys, liver and vascular system are advised to drink water, in which this stone was put at night to insist. You can also wash it - so it will be possible to remove bruises and puffiness.
Also, the stone treats headaches, migraines, insomnia. Putting it under a pillow or just next to it, you can ensure a good sleep without nightmares.
And of course, it helps to cope with drunkenness (a reference to the aforementioned legend). Lithotherapists recommend direct contact with the skin, and it is better if the amethyst is in a silver frame.
Magical properties
Amethyst has enough of them. This stone is considered the personification of concepts such as integrity, devotion and spiritual purity. It strengthens sleep, drives away bad feelings, improves memory. And a person who is selfless and honest, brings happiness and health, protects from black magic and the evil eye.
The magical properties of amethyst stone are also associated with its color. Violet is the personification of the "third eye", so it is believed that the mineral gives the holder the possibility of omniscience. And he protects from insincerity.
Also, many believe that amethyst helps to reveal creative opportunities and talents.
Stone of loneliness or a symbol of fidelity?
Interestingly, amethysts are often called the widow's stone. This colloquial name was given to him because the rings decorated with it were worn by women who had lost their loved ones. That's just the context here is a little different.
The fact is that women wore these jewelry after the incident. Amethyst was a symbol of their loyalty to a departed beloved. So they let others know about their grief and that they no longer want any love relationships.
Symbol of love
Talking about the meaning and properties of amethyst stone, it should be noted that it is also a symbol of love. If a person received it as a gift, then this is no coincidence. The donor clearly feels a strong sympathy. And it is generally accepted that if a person accepts it, then mutual feelings will be flooded in his soul.
Therefore, people who believe in the properties of stone recommend being careful. A gift was presented by someone with whom a romantic relationship has already been established? Then you can rejoice, the stone will bring more mutual understanding and love to them. But the amethyst, handed over by someone already in a relationship, will bring discord. Of course, what happened will not bring happiness to the donor, but few people think about it.
Zodiac meaning: fire signs
And now it’s worth talking about who suits the amethyst stone. The properties of this variety of quartz are truly interesting, and here is the effect the mineral has on the fire signs of the zodiac:
- Aries. Amethyst is able to moderate the aggressiveness, temper, egoism and ardor of these people, which are characteristic of them by their nature. He also gives the ability to make informed decisions.
- A lion. These people are recommended to have an amethyst talisman with them, as it helps to overcome fatigue and bouts of melancholy, adds even more energy. And the gem helps to pacify unhealthy ambitions and concentration on thoughts.
- Sagittarius. If the properties of amethyst stone are completely suitable for any zodiac sign, then this is it. Sagittarius mineral gives optimism, peacefulness, sincerity, calm, balance. In simple terms, it enhances its best qualities.
Amethyst jewelry with silver in the case of all signs will contribute to the establishment of harmony in life. And gold jewelry will strengthen its basic properties.
Air signs
Now it’s worth talking about them in the continuation of the topic regarding the one to whom the properties of amethyst are suitable by sign. The stone is suitable for all air representatives, and here is its effect:
- Twins. Everyone knows that representatives of this sign are distinguished by some anxiety and imbalance. Talismans from amethyst help them cope with insomnia and nervousness, as well as establish harmony in relationships with family and friends, give sincerity and purity.
- Libra. Amethyst helps representatives of this sign to become even more attractive, perfect and charming, as well as improve intuition. Libra Girls are advised to pay attention to the greenish mineral.
- Aquarius. Amethyst can make people of this sign more penetrating and strong in spirit, as well as less stubborn.
If you want to strengthen the influence of the stone, then you should study the tint palette of the mineral and choose the option of a color that is the most successful and lucky for the zodiac sign.
Water signs
For representatives of this element, colored mineral means the following:
- Cancer. For people of this sign, amethyst is a stone with the properties they need. He gives them sincerity and harmony, normalizes digestion, improves kidney function and immunity, with which they usually have problems.
- Scorpio. For representatives of this sign, amethyst is a powerful amulet and secret talisman. He gives confidence and wisdom, endows with health, love, happiness and friendship. In general, amethyst awakens in Scorpio all the best that lies in their souls.
- Fish. People born under the auspices of this sign, amethyst brings good luck, calms the nerves, eases the state of mind in case of troubles and problems, restores vitality. In if it is also combined with gold, it strengthens intuition and gives wisdom.
For watermarks, by the way, products from amethyst are considered the best, the shade of which is closer to red, purple or orange.
Earth signs
This is the last zodiac category. What effect does amethyst have on its representatives?
- Calf. The stone helps people of this sign get rid of melancholy, and also helps to activate mental abilities. They are advised to wear Brazilian amethyst in combination with silver.
- Virgo. Everyone who was born under the auspices of this sign, under the influence of an amethyst, especially if it is combined with gold, begins to overcome troubles and melancholy more easily. The stone strengthens the spiritual strength of the Virgo, expels fatigue, adds vitality. It is just not recommended to wear rings with this gem. It is believed that this decoration upsets the mental balance.
- Capricorn. Amethyst helps people of this sign to maintain purity of body and spirit, to prolong youth, to expel from the soul all negative energy and negativity, which they often accumulate for years. As a result, Capricorns become more calm and peaceful.
By the way, since earth signs are remotely related to fertility, they should make a choice in favor of green amethyst, which is quite rare.