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Amethyst - Gem of Tranquility and Peace

Amethyst is known as the most valuable form of quartz. This magnificent stone can be traced back to the age of the Neolithic man. Ranging from pale lavender to a deep shade of purple, it is found abundant in Nature, and can be easily mined from Mexico, Brazil, Canada, Uruguay, Africa, Europe and the US, making it a truly affordable stone. The deepest variations of Amethyst that maintain their transparency are the most precious.

Amethyst derives its name from “amethystus” in ancient Greek, which meant “not drunken” (methy means wine). Amethyst is the birthstone of February, since purple is associated with February. It is traditionally associated with Wednesday, and with the 8:00 am hour of the day. 

According to Greek mythology, Amethyst was a young virgin who became the object of wrath of the Greek G-d of Dionysus after he became intoxicated with red wine. When Amethyst cried out to Goddess Diana for help, she immediately turned the girl into a white, shimmering stone (quartz). When Dionysus realized what had happened and felt remorse for his actions, his tears dripped into his goblet of red wine. The goblet overturned, and the red wine spilled all over the white rock, saturating it until it became the purple quartz that is now known as Amethyst.

Folklore stories tell us that Amethyst was long thought to safeguard hunters and soldiers, increase intelligence, as well as to protect from contagious diseases and evil thoughts. Some say it even helps one to succeed in business! Ancient Greeks believed that wearers of this stone were protected against drunkenness, making Amethyst an ideal stone to aid recovery from alcoholism. Amethyst represented Egyptian rulers, and Egyptian mummies were found to be buried with Amethyst.

Amethyst has religious connotations, as well. It was one of the twelve stones that adorned the breastplate of the high priest Aaron (Exodus 39). Amethyst later has stood for the tribe of Dan, one of the Twelve Tribes of Israel. The Apostle Matthias and the Guardian Angel Adnachiel spirit are associated with Amethyst, as well. During the Middle Ages, Amethyst stood for piety and celibacy and was therefore worn by members of the Catholic Church clergy and was used to adorn crosses.

During the Renaissance, Amethyst has stood for humility and modesty. Throughout the ages, powerful and rich monarchs have used Amethyst as a symbol of royalty, and some Amethysts even decorate the British Crown Jewels. Rumor has it that Amethyst was a personal favorite of Queen Catherine the Great of Russia.

Amethyst is sometimes known as “Nature’s Tranquilizer”. It has been known to bring tranquility and peace to those that wear it. It is customary to give Amethyst as a gift for the 4th and 9th year anniversaries. In addition, Amethyst is said to ease in a transition period, to help achieve greater spirituality, to reduce negative energy and anxiety, to meditate, and to help one sleep. With its so many wonderful qualities it is no wonder that Amethyst has lasted for so many generations as a stone worthy of cherishing.