It is a variety of the Quartz family. It begins its life as transparent quartz, but when it is found in parts of the Earth's Mantle where high temperatures and pressures develop, it turns purple. It owes its color to the amounts of iron or aluminum. Amethyst is one of the best stones for meditation and is usually placed on the third eye as it reflects the violet ray. The inner peace that amethyst brings allows us to sink deeply into the silence that exists beyond constant mental activity.
Its name comes from the negative "a" and the verb "methyo" (methy), as in ancient times it was believed that this gem protected its owner from drunkenness. The ancient Greeks and Romans wore amethyst jewelry and drank from vessels (goblets, goblets, etc.) decorated with amethyst, believing that they would not get drunk. The Egyptians placed it as a talisman and a precious treasure in the tombs of the Pharaohs. During the Middle Ages, it was believed that Amethyst banishes drowsiness and laziness, sharpens the mind and protects its owner from witchcraft.
It is the gem of friendship, love and peace, it targets the purest kind of love and is believed to ensure marital fidelity and harmony. In addition, it offers wealth, impartiality, abundance, integrity, sobriety, creativity, courage, inspiration, brings optimism and increases stamina. It balances the body and spirit and offers harmony. It purifies and removes negative influences, removes envy, protects against environmental stress and helps to detach from old situations, thus creating space for new beginnings and beginnings.
On a spiritual level, it helps with concentration, meditation and divination. By placing it under your pillow, it is easier to remember your dreams and penetrate your subconscious. It brings understanding of death and rebirth and relieves anxiety. It transforms negative thinking into positive, dissolves blockages and grounds energy.