Amethyst- Meaning, Mythology, Uses, Deposits, treatments, Gemology and Color
Natural Untreated Amethyst
Amethyst Meaning
The most precious member of the quartz family is the amethyst. The word amethyst is derived from the Greek word amethystos that literally translates into “Not Drunkâ€. All over the world as well in India it has been believed through the ages that the Amethyst is a strong antidote against intoxication and alcohol addiction.
Amethyst Mythology
Dionysus-Greek God of WineLegend has it that Dionysius, The Greek God of wine was one insulted by a Human being. He swore that he would curse the next mortal who would cross his path. Tigers would be let lose on that human being. It so happened that a young lady by the name of Amethyst happened to be that human being on her way of making a pilgrimage to Goddess Diana. Diana transformed Amethyst into a figurine made of pure crystal quartz so that she may be protected from the claws of the tiger.
Dionysius wept tears of wine at seeing this beautiful statute and his tears stained the quartz crustal creating this famous gem.
AmethystAmethyst Uses
Amethyst has a respect worldwide as a powerful healing crystal and as a gemstone to break negative life patterns. Generally considered as a February Birthstone its most famous use is to overcome alcohol addiction. It is a very good crystal for detoxifying the body and ancient Chinese medicine recommends using this crystal for stomach pains and back ailments. It helps in sharpening the memory and also increases love between two lovers. It is a spiritual gemstone that awakens the Chakras-Energy centres of the body.
Amethyst Deposits
Even though Amethysts Deposits are found in many regions principle deposits are found in
Brazil
Canada
Tanzania
Mexico
Burma/ Myanmar
USA-Arizons
Zambia
Sri Lanka
Uruguay
Amethyst Treatments
To produce Amethysts of different color other than the purple/ violet and mauve shades Amethysts are heated at a temperature of 878-1382 degrees F (470-750 degrees C) resulting in colorless, light green, light yellow and reddish brown varieties of Amethysts.
Amethyst Gemology
Species: Quartz
Color: Purple, violet, pale red-violet
Chemical composition: SiO, silicon dioxide
Crystal system: (Trigonal), hexagonal prisms
Hardness: 7 (Mohs scale)
Specific gravity: 2.65
Refractive index: 1.544 - 1.553
Birefringence: +0.009
Optical character:
Color of streak: White
Absorption spectrum: 550 - 520
Fluorescence: Weak, bluish
Amethyst Color
The most attractive color is a distinct extravagant and deep purple/ mauve color- this color is also referred to as the Siberian Deep Purple that sometimes exhibits flashes of red and blue. It is also found in other shades of purple, mauve and violet
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Gemstoneuniverse.com Table Natural Amethyst Gemstone Facts
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Gemstone |
Natural Amethyst |
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Weight |
2.81 carats |
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Treatment |
None. Fully Natural, |
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Origin |
Brazil |
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Planetary Energy |
Saturn |
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Patron Location |
OREGON, USA |
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All inclusive Price |
$ 527.83 / INR 28766.75 |
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Comments |
Featured today is a talisman that is regal and royal. Brilliant Amethyst Oval crystal with the most desired Siberian Deep Purple color exhibiting flashes of Red and blue. Scintillatingly cut for maximum play of light this exquisite Amethyst is the epitome of Jyotish Quality Gemstones. Set in Gold the symphony is gorgeous, striking and making a statement. Lord Saturn shall surely bless its wearer with abundance.Note: The above links generally exist on the website for a period of 40 days after which they are periodically deleted to make way for new gemstones and to enable faster browsing.
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