Amethyst is a variety of quartz stone in violet color used in jewelry. It is known as the semi-precious stone and also the traditional birthstone for February. It is a purple variety of the rarest form of quartz and owes the violet color. It is suitable for jewelry because it has the same hardness as of the quartz. It may exhibit one or both secondary hues, red and blue. It's best varieties can be found in Siberia, Sri Lanka, Brazil and in the far East. It has a primary purple hue of around 75-80% including 15-20% blue and red secondary hues; this ideal grade is called as “Deep Siberian”. The green quartz is sometimes incorrectly known as green amethyst, which is an inappropriate name for the material. It has some other names as well, i.e., marine or lime citrine. Amethyst is known as the most popular form of quartz in the world, having a hard gem, six sides, and can be found within geodes all across the globe, available in the form of crystal or mass.
How is Amethyst helpful for you?
Amethyst has a myriad of natural aids for the body by producing the small, detectable levels of magnetic fields. Generally, the high levels of magnetic fields are dangerous but the naturally-occurring magnetic fields from amethyst produce the favorable results in the body without any danger by generating a far-infrared radiation (a type of long-wavelength radiation). This far-infrared radiation has a variety of health benefits for the human body. These benefits include:
1.Cell Regeneration:
The far-infrared radiation produced from amethyst support the growth and regeneration of the cell. The increase in these infrared radiations may lead to the increasing energy in the body, which ultimately helps in the growth and regeneration of the cells.
2.Sleep Support:
The regulation of these far-infrared radiations may modulate the sleep patterns. The heat emitted by these amethyst crystals at low levels may help in providing a sense of calmness for the body.
3.Blood Circulation:
These far-infrared radiations also help you in the blood circulation and in the microcirculation among the capillaries in the skin.
4.Fluid Motility:
These radiations also increase the flexibility of the blood vessels and support the regulation of fluid transportation.
5.Bacteria Fighter:
The far-infrared radiations inhibit the growth of bacteria in the body by hindering the actions of certain growth promoting enzymes.
Amethyst is known as the “Stone of Spirit” as it is the most precious stone.
Uses of Amethyst:
Cost/Value of Amethyst:
The value of amethyst stone depends on the color and the world’s finest stones are produced through the Siberian mines. They have a rich purple color that glowed with red and blue flashes. It is no longer refers to the origin and now become a trade. Stones having the Siberian color commands have the highest prices. Amethysts are worth between $7.00 and $70.00, depending on color and carat weight, according to the Professional Guide to Gemstone Values, as of March 2014. According to the guide, the amethyst categorized as “medium reddish purple with a slight tint of brown “are considered as the most valuable amethyst. The rare amethyst commanded between $64.00 and $70.00 as of March 2014. Amethysts that is “very light purple” in color are considered as the least valuable amethysts and this type of amethyst is common and commanded the price of less than $10 for a 1-carat stone. Amethyst is easily available in large sizes and its value per carat increases gradually, not exponentially. This stone is highly expensive as it is plentiful. A good quality amethyst costs around 150 to 400 rupees per carat.
Who should wear Amethyst Stone?
There may be different reasons to wear the amethyst stone but according to Indian Astrology, the purple colored amethyst stone is related with Saturn and is one of the most suitable sub-stone for Blue Sapphire. It is recommended to the people with the sun sign of Aquarius and Capricorn. Wearing amethyst can reduce the effects of Saturn (Shani and endows money, wealth, and a good health. It is also recommended for the people with the sun sign of Aries, Cancer, Cancer and Scorpio.
History of Amethyst:
Amethyst is the precious stone and has been prized gem for centuries. It is considered as the birthstone for Pisces and the month of February, and the gemstone for the 6th anniversary of marriage. This stone is also included in the royal collections all over the world, from ancient Egypt to the British crown jewels. The stone has been prized by the ancient civilizations more than many of the gems, and thus, has more recognition and value, including the sapphire and the ruby. In the olden times, Amethyst has its place in the Christian Church, worn on Bishops’ rings. The royal purple color of the Amethyst symbolizes the Christ. It is also the symbol of Saint Matthias and considered as one of the twelve precious stones in the high priest Aaron’s breastplate. The twelfth foundation of the Holy City was also built of amethyst. It is said that a true amethyst is equally valued with the diamond.
Thus, Amethyst was one of the gems worked by the early Egyptians into the form of amulets. Later on, the Egyptians elaborate it more. Amethyst is thus the most highly valued and signified stone.
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