Legends about stones. Part 1 (Amethyst, pearls and amber)

History and origin

Science has established that the properties of amethyst were studied by the Sumerians. In Egypt, the stone was considered blessed; the Romans used it as decoration for small items, gems, and seals. The Chinese still make bowls and vessels from amethyst for storing valuable aromatic oils.

The generally accepted name for the stone was given by the ancient Greeks. It means “not drunk”, “sober”.

The Greeks came up with an instructive myth on this topic. Their god of wine and fun, Dionysus, fell passionately in love with the nymph Ametis. But she preferred the shepherd, which God could not accept. The nymph asked the goddess Artemis for help, who turned the beauty into a transparent stone. To revive it, Dionysus tipped a cup of wine onto the faded statue. This is how people got the most beautiful type of quartz, named in memory of the nymph.

Rings with amethyst are worn at feasts (corporate parties) so as not to get drunk and not say too much.

The mineral is also known as “lilac stone nobility”, “stone violet”, apostolic or bishop’s stone.

This is one of the 12 gems on the robe of the high priest of Ancient Judea. The Pope presents an amethyst ring to incoming cardinals. In Rus', this stone was especially revered by archbishops. Amethyst adorns the crown of the British Empire and the crowns of Russian autocrats.

Only from the 18th century did the mineral become available to everyone who could afford it.

Legends about stones. Part 1 (Amethyst, pearls and amber)

Stones have long been revered by people and almost every nation has legends about their birth. Today you will learn the most beautiful legends of different peoples of the world about amethyst, amber and pearls!

Amethyst

The Legend of Amethyst (Young Nymph)

The god of wine, Bacchus, was once offended by people. Those, out of their habit, completely stopped revere him. The offended Bacchus decided to take revenge on the people: the first person he met would be torn to pieces by tigers. The first was the nymph Amethyst. She was going to the temple of the goddess of the hunt, Diana. When the ferocious animals attacked the gentle nymph, she prayed: “Oh, beautiful goddess Diana, save me!” Then Diana turned Amethyst into a statue of pure stone. Seeing this miracle, Bacchus regretted his cruelty. He poured grape wine into the statue like blood, trying to revive the nymph. But the girl did not come to life. The stone only changed color and became crimson-violet.

Amber

“Amber Tears of Jurate” In the depths of the sea, in a wonderful palace made of amber, lived the delightful mistress of the nymphs, Jurate. On one of the warm and sunny days, when fishermen were going out to sea, Jurate met young Kastitis. The fisherman was so handsome and strong that the nymph fell in love with him at first sight. But the laws of the sea prohibited the love of the immortal goddess and earthly man. And having learned about the princess’s sympathy, the thunder god Perkunas unleashed his wrath on the goddess’s castle. His formidable lightning destroyed the amber palace, scattering its grains throughout the sea world. The ruler also did not spare the goddess’s beloved; he caused a severe hurricane in which the fisherman died. Jurate, saddened by the death of her lover, mourned him with golden tears. And the sea wave carried them to the shore in the form of amber stones. “Tears of Heliad” In the myths of ancient Greece, amber is mentioned as the tears of the inconsolable sisters of Phaethon, the Heliad, mourning their dead brother. The son of the sun god Helios, Phaethon, in order to prove his divine origin to the son of Zeus, Epaphus secretly took his father's sun chariot. Not knowing how to control the fiery horses, Phaeton rushed to the ground, then to the sky. Blinded by his thoughts, the boy almost destroyed the whole world. The angry Zeus hardly had time to stop the stubborn young man. His thunderbolts pierced Phaeton's chariot, and he fell like an arrow into the Eridanus River. The pieces of the golden chariot were scattered all over the sky. Phaeton’s mother and his sisters, the Heliades, mourned for a long time. The Greek gods, unable to bear the boundless grief, turned the weeping heliades into silent poplars. But even when they became trees, Phaeton’s mother and sisters continued to cry, dropping their amber tears into the river. Since then, golden tears of sadness have scattered from the trees bent over Eridanus, falling into the cold water and turning into transparent amber. “Particles of the Sun” Long before man appeared on earth, there were two heavenly bodies. Over time, the stars became crowded in one sky, and one of them fell to the ground. Hitting the rocks at the bottom of the sea, the sun crumbled into small pieces. Since then, sea waves have carried particles of the amber sun ashore. “Tears of Indian Birds” In the works of the ancient Greek playwright Sophocles (5 years BC), dedicated to the myths of amber, the wonderful stone was described as the tears of mysterious Indian birds mourning the death of the hero Meleager.

Pearl

The Legend of Dragons Once upon a time, flying dragons started a life-and-death battle among the clouds. As a result of their clashes, a severe thunderstorm began, thunder roared, lightning flashed around the battle site. And then the clouds swelled and poured an unusual rain onto the ground - instead of water, pearls fell. The Moon and the Sea When the full moon looks into the sea waters, the moonlight becomes fluid and material and often falls directly into the trustingly open shells, where it petrifies and turns into miniature “Moons” - white round pearls. The legend of the king of snakes Assur The king of snakes Assur fought with a terrible monster and lost, falling dead. All precious stones were formed from his blood: rubies appeared from drops that fell to the bottom of the river, the blood-stained sands of the Ganges became garnets, bile spilled on the seashore turned into emeralds... And the sea itself mourned the defeated king for many days, and from these tears pearls were born. Slavic legend about pearls Petrified drops of water that flowed from the corolla of an aquatic flower fell into the valve of a pearl shell. Moreover, a droplet from the corolla of the egg capsule, rolling down at sunset, becomes a golden pearl; A drop from the corolla of a lotus that falls at dawn turns into a soft pink stone, and a drop from the corolla of a water lily falls at noon and such a pearl has a silvery tint.

Mineralogical description and properties

Amethyst druse
The amethyst stone, the properties of which scientists have studied for a long time, is a quartz variety. This is silica, the most expensive type of quartz, which occurs in nature in the form of crystals with different levels of transparency. The most popular color of the stone is bright purple, which is often the “calling card” of amethyst in all photos and videos on the Internet.

You should be aware that intense ultraviolet radiation from the sun is detrimental to the mineral: its color fades and becomes faded. The stone should be stored in a cool and dark place. Then its original color is restored. However, it is important to keep in mind that a natural gemstone will still lose color intensity every year.

Physicochemical characteristics

Description of the classic amethyst: a type of quartz, an oblong translucent crystal of a deep purple hue.

Amethyst Crystals

The stone changes color when fired (320–750 °C). Thanks to this feature, plain quartz turns into yellow citrine. This is how rare citrine geodes are produced. Irradiation produces brown or green crystals.

Under different lighting, amethyst changes hue, and under ultraviolet light it quickly fades to white. It recovers slowly on its own, immediately under X-rays.

The color saturation of amethyst decreases by a percentage every year.

Mineral deposits

Amethyst mining
Amethyst deposits are located in South America, on the African continent, in Asia and in Russia. The characteristics of the mined stones differ depending on the depth of the deposit. In Asia, very high-quality nuggets are being developed, but their quantity is small.

There is a large deposit in Brazil, but the stones from it are of poor quality. The most valuable stones in terms of beauty and cost are mined in a deposit developed in the Urals. The rating of Ural amethysts is the highest. Based on the name of the development site, they were called “deep Siberian”.

Color range and varieties

In nature, a purple mineral on a grayish base is common. However, the gem is distinguished by a variety of shades of the main color and others. There is no single point of view on the reasons for this.

Dark purple, delicate rose and rich red are rare.

Mineral colors

The color of amethysts ranges from young lilac to deep violet, with bluishness, purple, lavender, and even almost black.

• Violet. Amethyst classic. The colors of such amethyst range from the most delicate lilac to violet luxury. In the sun or near an open fire, the depth of the shade is lost. The cooled crystal looks like a pale copy of the original material, so there is no point in experimenting.

Purple Amethyst

• Green. Nature does not create green gems, these are ennobled stones. They are obtained by calcining light quartz from the Brazilian Montezuma deposit and the American deposit (Arizona). At 500 °C the crystals become onion green. This mineral is called prasiolite, which is translated from Greek as “onion stone.” Material used for single items or private collections. The color of the amethyst is emphasized by a special cut. A dual effect is produced by needle inclusions. They devalue most green amethysts. But lovers do not skimp, considering such an addition as a guarantee of the uniqueness of the stone.

Green amethyst Prasiolite is synthesized, it is cheap, and has almost ousted its refined “competitor” from the market. When buying green amethysts, they carefully study the certificate - the countries of origin of the crystals can only be Brazil or the USA.

• Pink. Rare specimens framed with elite frames. There are inclusion points that do not reduce the value. In the light they instantly discolor, turning into a white or grayish pebble. An elite gem worthy of a personal luxury box.

Pink amethyst

• Black. Amethyst King. Expensive, awarded with a high-quality cut. The special significance of an amethyst of this color is recognized in the occult community.

Black amethyst

Varieties of mineral

Interesting types of stone are ametrine and amethyst quartz. The first is a hybrid of amethyst and citrine, combining violet with yellowness. The second is a violet agglomerate with white stripes, which are created by interspersed ribbons of milky quartz. Used as jewelry or decorative material.

Main conclusions

Amethyst is the most expensive quartz. It was valued back in ancient times, when the stone was used to decorate objects of power and church utensils. This stone is hard but brittle. In nature, there are different shades of amethyst: from purple to pink, green and black. Some species are capable of bleaching in the sun.

The mineral has outstanding healing and magical properties. It suits all representatives of the zodiac circle. The cost of a crystal depends on the color, size, weight, and purity. In order to preserve the aesthetic properties of the mineral for a long time, you need to properly care for it. Simple experiments will help you distinguish the original from the fake.

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Magical properties of amethyst

Ring with black amethyst
Of course, the magical properties of the stone extend not only to the rare black gem. The magic of other amethysts is no less powerful. Especially if a person has the natural ability to feel the energy emanating from various objects or living beings. Sometimes the decisive factor is not so much the color as the history of the mineral and the purpose for which it is acquired.

Since in the Western Christian tradition its properties were and remain closely associated with the institution of the priesthood, amethyst will have a beneficial effect on its owner in terms of spiritual cleansing. It symbolizes moral purity and will certainly help a person in achieving it. Considering the ancient Greek myth about the confrontation between the nymph Amethys and the dissolute god Dionysus, it is not surprising that this particular stone is the best talisman that will protect a person from alcohol and drug addiction. It will make a wonderful amulet that will protect you from being in bad company and getting into trouble.

When wearing jewelry with this gem and setting off on a long journey, a person can be sure that the magical properties of amethyst will protect him from troubles and will have a beneficial effect on all circumstances that arise during the journey. It is not for nothing that sailors from ancient times wore amulets made of amethyst. This helped them overcome the hardships of the water elements and survive after severe shipwrecks.

Amethyst is a stone of love, unconditional and sublime, which ennobles the human soul and contributes to its purification. Traditionally, the purple mineral is considered to be associated with the “third eye” and higher abilities. Of course, the legend about the ancient Greek nymph and her sad fate gave rise to the superstition that amethyst is a stone of loneliness.

It is believed that if you receive it as a gift, you may never find a worthy life partner. However, this is not the case. The mineral will not make anyone lonely and unhappy. He will cultivate in a person a desire to find solitude for the purpose of meditative reflection, which will later become a valuable guide to action.

Properties and Application

Amethyst products are not limited to jewelry. They also make various crafts, souvenirs, amethyst vases, boxes, figurines, etc. For this, they use low-quality ornamental stone. High-quality samples are used to produce jewelry.

Physicochemical characteristics

The chemical formula of amethyst is SiO2, silica (silicon dioxide). The color is given by impurities of iron, manganese and some other elements.

Physical properties:

1. Color: from pink to deep purple.
2. Shape: rhombus, scepter.
3. Transparency: transparent (semi-precious), opaque (ornamental).
4. Gloss: glassy, ​​pearlescent.
5. Hardness: 7 on the Mohs scale.
6. Density: 2.65 g/cm3.
7. Cleavage: absent.
8. Fracture: conchoidal.

When the stone is heated to 200 degrees, it loses its color, but it is possible to partially return it. But when heated above 250 degrees, the color disappears irrevocably. When the gem is immersed in water, the edges turn pale. The stone becomes faded from prolonged exposure to sunlight; the color can be restored using X-rays.

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Medicinal properties

Amethyst is believed to help treat many diseases. Healing properties of the stone:

• normalizes the functioning of the nervous system (relieves anxiety, equalizes mood, relieves nightmares and insomnia);
• helps with diseases of the joints, skin, cardiovascular system, and digestive organs;
• rejuvenates if you massage your face with a stone;
• stabilizes hormonal levels;
• improves hearing;
• accelerates recovery from colds;
• improves thought processes;
• discourages the attraction to alcohol and drugs.

If you put the stone under your pillow at night, you will stop having nightmares. And if you infuse water with the stone and then drink it, the functioning of the heart, kidneys, and liver will improve.

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Magic properties

The mineral protects family ties: strengthens relationships between spouses, protects against infidelity and betrayal. To do this, the talisman must be placed in a visible place in the apartment. Amethyst is sometimes called the "widow's stone." This is due to the fact that it eases the grief of loss due to the premature death of a husband.

And because of the ancient Greek legend about the nymph Amethys and the god Dionysus, amethyst is considered a stone of loneliness. As if if a stone is given as a gift, then one can put an end to the possibility of finding a spouse. But that's not true. The stone only guides you on the path of solitude in order to master meditation to cleanse your mind and soul.

The gem is a talisman against drunkenness. To achieve protection for the stone, you need to place it in all rooms of the house where the alcoholic lives.

An amethyst amulet is able to smooth out conflict situations, extinguish anger and negativity. Therefore, it is useful for lawyers, doctors, and psychologists to have it in their office. In addition, such an amulet at work will protect against the manager’s dissatisfaction and will help in business negotiations.

A gemstone amulet also helps sailors, protecting them from storms, bad weather, and shipwrecks.

For women, a talisman with amethyst helps with infertility, increasing the likelihood of conception. For married men, the talisman helps improve relationships with their spouse. You can use a ring as a talisman. Women should wear it on the ring finger of their left hand, and men on their right hand.

Mystical Amethyst is capable of:

• protect from the effects of black magic;
• cleanse the host’s energy biofield;
• rid the house of negative energy;
• protect yourself from quarrels and disagreements with others;
• develop intuition;
• discover new talents.

Regularly wearing a gem will help you find peace of mind and get rid of unnecessary worries and bad habits.

The stone accumulates negative energy, so after negative situations it is recommended to clean the mineral under running water.

The mineral does not like the proximity of other stones. But if you still want to, then it is better to choose gems from the quartz group. The combination of amethyst with emerald and garnet is not allowed.

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Who is the stone suitable for according to their zodiac sign and name?

Amethyst is considered to be an air element. According to astrologers:

1. The gem will help Aries smooth out their emotional outbursts, find balance, and help them make the right decision in serious matters. Purple samples are ideal.
2. Pink stones will help Libra, Gemini, Aquarius, Capricorn stabilize neuro-emotionally and normalize heart function. Amethyst will help children of these signs to reveal their creative abilities.
3. Virgos and Scorpios should give preference to black specimens. This will humble their selfishness, dispel negative thoughts, give peace of mind, and attract good luck and financial well-being.
4. Lilac minerals are suitable for Pisces and Cancers. They will extinguish anger, envy, and give peace. They will help in running a business and establishing partnerships.
5. Sagittarius will be able to move up the career ladder and gain confidence in their abilities.
6. Virgos will be able to cope with any crisis and survive the dark streak in life with dignity.
7. Taurus should give up the stone.
8. The stone is indifferent to Leos.

Maximum compatibility with Virgo, Sagittarius, Aquarius, Capricorn, Pisces, especially with those who have the number 3 or a multiple of this number in their date of birth (12, 21, 30).

Magical properties in women are more associated with the love sphere, and in men - with career, success and achievements.

The mineral favors people with names: Alexey, Alexander, Daria, Elena, Ivan, Taisiya.

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Why do you dream about amethyst?

A dream about amethyst is a good sign.

• Miller's dream book interprets such a dream as a harbinger of an imminent promotion and financial well-being.
• According to the modern dream book, this is a sign that you will receive satisfaction from a good deed. If a young girl loses a stone in a dream, then this threatens a broken engagement or being ignored by her lover.
• The American dream book associates sleep with liberation from grievances.
• Freud considers amethyst to be the personification of the feminine principle. Taking off and putting on a ring with a gem is a desire for intimacy. An amethyst gift from a stranger is a sign that there is a secret admirer nearby. Losing a stone means breaking up a relationship.
• According to Vanga’s dream book, amethyst is a symbol of devotion. If you put a ring on your lover, it speaks of your loyalty and sincerity. If the ring falls off your finger, it is a sign of imminent trials due to your dishonest behavior.

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Amulets and talismans

As an amulet or talisman, Amethyst can be worn by those people who need protection from the dislike of their superiors, the anger of others, or those who have the vices of alcoholism or drug addiction.

If a person wears a ring with Amethyst as a talisman, then it is best to put it on the ring finger of the left hand for women and the right for men.

The setting for the stone is also of great importance. Amethyst in silver preserves friendship and promotes a positive decision in business negotiations. For women suffering from infertility, an amulet with Amethyst can give them a long-awaited child, and for men it can improve family relationships.

If the mineral is set in gold, then such an amulet is able to restore and maintain human energy.

The healing properties of the mineral

Green amethyst ring
Lithotherapists, specialists in treatment with minerals, claim that Amethyst enhances the production of various hormones, helps normalize the functioning of the endocrine glands and strengthens the nervous system. The mineral makes it possible to saturate the blood more with oxygen. Amethyst helps patients with diseases of the stomach and intestines, heart disease, and is used for skin diseases. It is believed that if you massage the skin on your face with the mineral, you can reduce the severity of wrinkles and improve your complexion.

Water with Amethyst placed in it overnight is drunk to cleanse the vascular system, liver and kidneys, and to get rid of colds. The stone helps relieve swelling and bruising. It also helps with joint diseases.

Experts use the mineral for hearing impairment. The stone is good for treating nighttime insomnia, migraines and various headaches. To do this, just warm the Amethyst in your palms and apply it to the forehead or temples. If you put a stone under your pillow, you will sleep soundly and without nightmares.

The mineral has properties to reduce nervous tension and stress arousal. In some cases, it is used to treat some mental disorders, but not paranoia or schizophrenia.

A person who carries Amethyst with him can overcome drug addiction and drunkenness, and subsequently completely lose interest in alcohol. To enhance the healing properties of the stone, it must have direct contact with the skin, and the best setting for it can be silver.

Origin of the name of the stone What is the name of the purple gemstone

The modern name of the stone goes back to the ancient Greek language, in which the root means “not intoxicating” , “sobering”. But the answer to the question of what amethyst was called in Ancient Rome is different - here it is the “stone of Bacchus,” the god of wine and patron of hedonism, as well as the “blessed stone . The last name of the mineral is associated with the belief that the stone resolves conflicts. However, according to another myth, amethyst received its name after the death of the girl Amethyst, who was on a date with her lover and encountered an angry Bacchus (Bacchus) on the way.

A lilac gemstone, whose name is amethyst, is sometimes found in chronicles with the names “dumpling” and “amephis” . The mineral has been known to mankind for three thousand years, so it is not surprising that amethyst is mentioned in literature, songs, and can be seen in the most ancient images - in the household ornaments of Etruscan vases and on frescoes from thousands of years ago. Lilac precious stone, what is it called if we read the Holy Letter? In the Bible, amethyst is called the stone of the Apostle Matthew , as well as the bishop's stone .

The purple gemstone, whose name is amethyst, is difficult to confuse with other semi-precious or precious stones! This is the only mineral of this color.

Artificial amethyst

In recent decades, technology has been mastered (for the first time at the Lebedev Physical Institute in Moscow) of artificially growing large (up to 20-30 cm) amethyst crystals. They are processed in large quantities, mainly in the form of cut stones for inserts into jewelry, are supplied to the retail chain and, in some cases, are passed off as natural. It can be difficult even for a sophisticated connoisseur or specialist to distinguish them from natural ones only by appearance, and their real cost is much lower.

Jewelry with amethyst

Pink amethyst in silver
The purple gem looks great in various jewelry - bracelets, rings, pendants, jewelry sets, and earrings with such stones framed in silver will be a great gift for your beloved.

Rings and rings with amethyst will bring charm, charm and mystery to women. Wearing such jewelry, you can feel beautiful and confident. Rings for the stronger half are larger and more massive than ladies' ones. They will emphasize the status of the owner and add masculine attractiveness to him.

Jewelry made from pink stone is well suited for young girls, adding tenderness and romance to them. Beads, bracelets and rings with pink amethyst are simply stunning.

For evening dresses, lilac amethyst jewelry will become indispensable, adding luxury and splendor to them.

Jewelry stone evaluation

Faceted amethyst
The evaluation characteristics of the stone differ from most gems, where the weight of the stone is first taken into account. The price of amethyst crystals depends on several characteristics, which are located in the following hierarchy:

1. Color. Has the greatest influence on the price of the stone. The most expensive specimens are dark purple with a bluish or pink tint.
2. Transparency. Compared to other “brothers”, with amethyst, on the contrary, the more transparent the stone, the cheaper. The most expensive ones are translucent. Crystals of absolute transparency are considered semi-precious.
3. Cut. Elite stones have a mixed or stepped cut.
4. Weight. Has little effect on the price of the stone.

Only the best varieties are cut, others become cabochons or are used for small decorative items.

Premium quality material - deep dark “Siberians”, then “Uruguay” and “Bahia” stones.

Amethyst - properties of the stone

Classic amethyst is represented by an elongated translucent crystal of rich purple color.

Using a firing temperature of 320–750 °C, yellow citrine can be obtained from it. Irradiation produces crystals of brown and green shades.

The shades change depending on the lighting, even down to white. Recovery is slow, except under x-rays. Loses 1% of color density annually.

How to spot a fake

There are several simple effective ways:

• Run a knife over the stone. The hardness of the gem is greater than that of steel, so scratches will not appear. However, the artificially grown analogue will not be detected this way, only glass.
• Heat. Amethyst, like other natural stones, does not conduct heat well. Consequently, the palms will not immediately heat up, unlike artificial ones.
• UV lamp. When illuminated, natural ones become completely discolored, while grown ones only partially discolor.
• Glass of water. When a real crystal is immersed in water, it will turn pale at the edges.
• Magnifier. No matter how attractive a crystal may be, a perfectly homogeneous specimen is rare in nature: foreign inclusions are almost always present. And vice versa: it is much easier to grow an absolutely pure sample than with inclusions.

Those who are suitable for an amethyst of exclusively natural origin will be able to identify it by these signs.

Amethyst and zodiac signs: compatibility

The stone is useful for almost all zodiac signs, but is ideal for Aquarius and Aries.

• For Aries it means gaining worldly wisdom, softening one’s character, protecting oneself from spontaneous conflicts, maintaining optimism and harmony.
• The zodiac Aquarius has a complete idyll with him, because amethyst embodies everything that was originally inherent in the sign: calmness, honesty, intuition, moderation. The stone will protect you from the machinations of ill-wishers, make you wiser, more compliant, and help you overcome a bad streak in life.

• For Pisces, amethyst beads or earrings will bring happiness and prosperity to all areas of life, sharpen intuition, and if a breakup occurs with a loved one, they will help to survive it.
• Among those for whom the pebble is suitable are Sagittarius: the talisman will add optimism and success to them.
• Cancers will show in an enhanced form all the best that is inherent in them. This is the best option for a talisman: the healing properties are fully realized.
• The positive energy of the amethyst stone will bring good luck, peace, family happiness, and much-needed prudence to Libra.
• For Gemini, it will remove excessive nervousness and improve sleep.
• Virgo - this is the sign of the Zodiac that the stone will help at the most opportune moment to gather strength and overcome the black streak.
• A silver ring with an amethyst will be a powerful amulet for Scorpio: financial well-being and good luck in business are guaranteed. This is especially true for women.

A trail of humility or spirituality does not suit charismatic Leos and ambitious, stubborn Taurus. According to the horoscope, it is better for them not to have anything to do with amethyst. However, the pebble will help the Lioness take the decisive step when she needs it, and not when she wants it.

Meaning for Zodiac Signs

In astrology, amethyst is considered a universal stone. Its properties are maximally manifested for representatives of the Air element. But air signs need to know what color amethyst will suit them. It is pink crystals that will help them realize themselves in all areas of life: career, family and creativity.

In addition, amethyst helps each sign cope with certain life problems:

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  Twins. Representatives of the zodiac constellation are not distinguished by stability and affection. With a purple talisman they will find inner harmony and inspiration, thanks to it they will successfully start and complete important things.

• Scales. People born under this sign are versatile personalities. Amethyst will help them in self-development and self-improvement. For Libra women, jewelry with a beautiful gem guarantees increased attention from the stronger sex.
• Aquarius. The lilac amulet helps to sharpen intuition among representatives of the air sign. Aquarians will be able to quickly climb to the top of the career ladder and will become successful in personal relationships. With such a talisman they will not be afraid of any problems in life.

Stone care and storage

Amethyst is a durable stone, but can be scratched or damaged by strong impacts. It fades in light and direct sun, and becomes discolored in water. Therefore, they store it in a box, in a soft wrapper. Jewelry should be removed when washing dishes or doing other housework.

Those who want or need to have it with them at all times should consider the following. The stone becomes dirty, absorbs negative energy, and therefore needs to be cleaned. It is dipped in a soapy solution, if necessary, gently cleaned with a soft toothbrush, then washed under running water and blotted with a napkin.

To remove mental negativity and preserve the properties of amethyst as a stone of amulet, it is enough to wash it with water every month for five/ten minutes.

Mineral care

Despite its strength, it is vulnerable and requires careful care. Do not hit or drop. It is advisable to wear it at night. Avoid contact with water.

Clean with soapy water and a soft brush. Rinse under running water and wipe with a napkin. No acids or alkalis should be used.

Once a month, to cleanse it of negativity, immerse it in water for 10 minutes.