Amethyst (Katela)

Amethyst is a form of quartz, with a silicon dioxide composition. The majority of quartz samples are clear, but amethyst derives it's beautiful purple appearance due to small amounts of iron impurities in the crystal lattice.

Amethyst Gemstone Properties

Amethyst: Color & Occurence

Amethyst is found in colors including purple, bluish purple.

Amethyst occurs in Africa, Australia, Russia, South America, Brazil, Uruguay

Healing Power of Amethyst

Ametyst magnifies psychic abilities and right-brain activity. It strengthens immunity, while energizing and purifying the blood. Ametyst relieves headaches, improves blood sugar imbalance. People suffering from Diabetes should consider wearing amethyst to control sugar.

Mystical Power in Amethyst

Amethyst symbolizes sobriety. Amethyst was thought to encourage celibacy. Because of that, amethyst was very important in the ornamentation of churches in the Middle Ages. Bishops still often wear amethyst rings.

Amethyst is associated with a number of superstitions, being regarded as a love charm, and as a protection against thieves. In Tibet, amethyst is considered to be sacred to Buddha and rosaries are often fashioned from it. Placed under the pillow at night, the beautiful amethyst is believed to produce a calm and peaceful sleep.

Amethyst is given as a symbol of sincerity, security, and peace of mind.