Amethyst engagement ring buying guide

by Seema Susheel

You want to choose an ‘Amethyst’ embellishment for your engagement ring, then to know more on the stone is interesting as well as informative. Amethyst is a purple colored transparent gemstone. The color varieties are from light purple to medium and dark differing from stone to stone and in today’s world amethyst has become a very popular gemstone, as generally the color purple is considered to be royal, rich and glamorous.

Summary: You want to choose an ‘Amethyst’ embellishment for your engagement ring, then to know more on the stone is interesting as well as informative. Amethyst is a purple colored transparent gemstone. The color varieties are from light purple to medium and dark differing from stone to stone and in today’s world amethyst has become a very popular gemstone, as generally the color purple is considered to be royal, rich and glamorous.

To own one of the most beautiful and elegant engagement ring is an enthralling experience. Specially if the engagement ring is embedded with the most charming of the gemstones “Amethyst” then the jewelry piece becomes a proud possession. You have decided to buy an Amethyst engagement ring for your fianci’ then a buying guide would help you follow the right track to make the right buy.

* You want to choose an ‘Amethyst’ embellishment for your engagement ring, then to know more on the stone is interesting as well as informative. Amethyst is a purple colored transparent gemstone. The color varieties are from light purple to medium and dark differing from stone to stone and in today’s world amethyst has become a very popular gemstone, as generally the color purple is considered to be royal, rich and glamorous. The stone oozes style and grandeur to any jewelry design. This elegant gemstone can be interestingly used for any classic or contemporary design style.

* You would have chosen amethyst stone considering it’s a birthstone for people born in the month of February. An engagement ring is something your loved one will wear on her finger always, and if it’s her birthstone then that’s a very thoughtful gift by you. It’s not the usual diamond but an amethyst which is different, attractive and best part your fianci’s birthstone.

* You can choose from the different settings of 18K yellow gold, white gold, platinum or silver for this beautiful ring. You could design it your self as to what setting will look the best in contrast to the purple amethyst. You can even have the main amethyst stone surrounded artistically by diamonds and set on a white gold base. Amethyst being purple in color it will stand best on a white gold or a platinum setting. This ring will perfectly suite your fiancis wardrobe and every formal or informal occasion.

* Once you have thought of the design the next step is to settle on a budget for the engagement ring. Amethyst as such is affordable gemstone so you could be little more liberal in spending on the adjacent diamonds or also go for platinum setting instead of white gold.

* To make the buy you could log on to many different jewelry sites available on the net and gather all the information you need, they even have a function where in you can design the ring yourself, tell them the specification and order the piece on the net. There are lots of options and pieces of jewelry displayed in the site, helping you to choose the right one. Lots of people are surfing and buying there precious jewelry on net nowadays as many don’t have the time to roam around shops physically and make the purchase. The other advantage of buying through these site is that you can be in Canada and make a buy from the United States .

You are not going there personally but you still can enjoy the benefits of buying from your office or home computer and receiving what you wanted on the right time. You are in a hurry, don’t have the time to run around shops, you are buying a piece of jewelry for the first time and are lost as to where to go to shop then the net is the solution. These jewelry selling sites are reliable and are catering to many individuals around the globe with an excellent customer service to help you in every step of your purchase.

* To get engaged is a special moment and the engagement ring stands testimony to your special bondage with your life partner. You feel you can spend quality time to buy the ring personally then to shop from a store is a good idea too. You have to choose a reputed jeweler who is an expert in gemstone jewelry and who can offer you an amazing range with affordable prices.

Many stores have loose amethyst stones which you can select, looking at the right cut, color and clarity of the stone and giving an order to make the ring. You can tell them the design you have in mind or choose from the many designs available in the shop, choose the kind of setting you want, yellow gold, white gold or platinum and then order the ring giving the ring size. When selecting the amethyst stone take care of the color and the cut which determines the overall look as it is the light reflecting through those many cuts that adds to the brilliance and beauty of the gemstone.

* Don’t forget to find out the gold prize, the loose amethyst stone prize and making charges for the ring, then you can go for custom design made to order by you; this will cut down the cost. Don’t hesitate to know the many procedures that will go in making your ring and the cost separation. By the end of it you should be happy with the quality of the purchase as well as the cost. Go for a purchase which will make your fianci happy and dying to showoff the ring and in future will become a proud family possession.

* You can even do some research and find out if your friends or relatives have a permanent jewelry shop where they are buying from generations then you could request them to take you there. This will make sure you don’t get cheated with fake stones and bad quality for a high price taking advantage of you being a novice in jewelry buying. Once you are satisfied by the quality and comfort you will always prefer to go to the same place again and again as its more convenient and the first step of choosing the shop gets deleted. As people have a family doctor they are always looking for a family jeweler too. When buying valuable jewelry nobody wants to be at risk with the quality of the purchase and everybody looks for value for money. As your friend has introduced you to the shop you could even ask for a discount. You will get a guarantee certificate for the gold and the gemstone and any repairs would be promptly done by the jewelry shop.

Amethyst Mystical and healing powers

by Seema Susheel

Amethyst apart from being the beautiful charming purple gemstone is also known to be powerful and effective in bringing about a change in the person, internally and externally. Some people believe that the amethyst gemstone can be used to remove negativity and fear of failure and bring about a more intense spirituality and positive energy leading to success.

Summary:Amethyst apart from being the beautiful charming purple gemstone is also known to be powerful and effective in bringing about a change in the person, internally and externally. Some people believe that the amethyst gemstone can be used to remove negativity and fear of failure and bring about a more intense spirituality and positive energy leading to success.

Amethyst Mystical and healing powers A human is always looking at happiness in all areas of his life be it relationships or work, he is always searching to make his life peaceful and happy. There might be problems in the relationships or at work or health, in the search to find solutions to these problems man has tried out many avenues from Allopathy to Ayurveda, Reiki to Color therapy and Gem therapy and many more. Many have found success in their endeavors as they have had a strong faith in these alternative medicines.

Even gem therapy or in simple words wearing of certain gemstones or carrying it close to you has been beneficial to many people worldwide. The experience of these people has led people to buy gemstones for not just the aesthetic value but beneficial healing properties too. Amethyst apart from being the beautiful charming purple gemstone is also known to be powerful and effective in bringing about a change in the person, internally and externally. Some people believe that the amethyst gemstone can be used to remove negativity and fear of failure and bring about a more intense spirituality and positive energy leading to success.

It is said to reflect energies, it absorbs the positive energy from the nature and throws out negativity from the persons mind and soul. Many people worldwide have used amethyst as there lucky charm and prospered. These people have had full faith in the belief that gem therapy works and hence after wearing the gemstone have experienced the desirable changes in their course of life leading to peace and happiness. Once the wearer has a strong belief in the powers of amethyst it works psychologically bringing about a change in him mentally and spiritually helping him move forward in his path winning all odds. From the yester years amethyst the translucent purple quartz is supposed to evade drunkenness. Even now, this property of the gemstone is been put to use by curing alcoholics of their addiction.

Apart from the general treatment given to the alcoholic they are supposed to wear the amethyst as a finger ring or a neck chain or meditate by holding the amethyst in there palm and letting the stone emit its positive energy to the body. This has proved beneficial and is been practiced to cure alcoholics of their addiction. According to ancient Indian astrology the planetary movement and their positions in a particular period of a person’s life determines the many happenings in his life. Calculating these planetary movements with your birth date, time and place of birth an astrologer can accurately tell the happening of your past, your physical and mental nature and also future predictions.

Based on your problem and constitution the astrologer will suggest which gemstone is to be worn, other particulars like the size of the gemstone, has to be worn as a finger ring or a locket, which metal to be used to set the stone – gold or silver, which finger to be worn on etc, all these particulars will be suggested by the astrologer. From the ancient times precious gems have been worn to ward off the ill effect of a planets movement and it’s believed to protect one against problems. According to the practitioners of gem therapy believe that gemstones carry certain vibrations which when placed within a person’s aura, have the effect of changing it. It is believed that the human aura consists of nine colors any deficiency or excess of these colors upsets the body’s energy balance leading to illness. Gemstones heal by restoring the balance to the original composition of the nine colors. The fact that the gemstones are from the earths crust strengthens the belief that they have beneficial properties. It could be because of the effect of the Sun rays, color, touch or simply the conviction that gems can heal when medicines can’t that has led people using gemstones to attain better health.

As per Vedas (Ancient Hindu religious text) an illness can be cured by prayers, gems and medicine. This holds good even now. Amethyst is considered to be connected with the water element and also plays an important role in Reiki and color therapy. Amethyst is supposed to calm the tensed nerves hence is best for individuals who are subjected to lot of tension be it in the work place or in there personal life. It helps a great deal to people who are very emotional and impulsive. The amethyst brings about a spiritual understanding and a sense of peace and contentment. It has benefited people with weak finances and is believed to bring about intelligence and wit to its wearer. The amethyst is considered to be the mystical gemstone as it’s believed to help heal wounds and protect the wearer from disease. It’s believed to change color in the presence of a coming danger warning the wearer and protecting him from the danger.

From ancient ages in Egyptian, Roman, Chinese and Indian civilization the beneficial properties of amethyst were identified and used in ancient times to bring peace and prosperity. The Kings and Queens have adorned the beautiful amethyst as a jewel in their crowns and necklaces. The amethyst was supposed to influence the power of nature and increase the wealth, power, stability, and fame of the wearer. Apart from this that amethyst is such a feast for the eye the belief that it has beneficial properties would be a reason that it’s such a popular gemstone among the royals. A gemstone works differently for different people so to buy a gemstone by the research you do looking at books or the net is not a safe method. Amethyst or any other gemstone worn for its therapeutic uses should be bought after much consultation from a reputed astrologer and the jewel should be made from a professional genuine gems dealer taking care that the gemstone is real. A level of faith is must for the gemstone to work for you as only then positive waves will be generated and the expected results achieved.

Amethyst perfect 6th anniversary gift

by Debjani Banerjee

Amethysts have a scintillating range of color. A wide range of purple characterizes this gemstone. The crystals as they occur in nature are in the form of sparkling clusters growing amidst chunks of quartz and other kinds of rock. The mineral manganese in quartz gives amethyst its special hue.

Summary: Amethysts have a scintillating range of color. A wide range of purple characterizes this gemstone. The crystals as they occur in nature are in the form of sparkling clusters growing amidst chunks of quartz and other kinds of rock. The mineral manganese in quartz gives amethyst its special hue.

Amethyst is commonly known as the official birthstone for the month of February; it is also the birthstone for the Zodiac sign Pisces. Amethyst is usually gifted on the 4th, 6th, 17 Th, wedding anniversaries. Amethyst has been a very popular gemstone through thousands of years owing to its almost miraculous powers!

This lovely gem is not very expensive as it is freely available in nature, but its loveliness of color and clarity is unparalled; other violet gemstones are compared to Amethyst to make a comparison. Amethysts are very much the favored choice of stone for jewelry of various styles. It is also used for ornamentation purposes.

Let us get acquainted with the salient features that distinguish its peculiar composition. Amethyst or SiO2 is transparent purple colored quartz. It is the most important among all varieties of quartz. Amethysts occur mostly as long prismatic crystals; in layman’s terms it resembles a six-sided prismatic pyramid like structure
on one side and ends in a pointed ending on the other. Amethyst has a hardness of 7 on Mho’s scale of hardness.

Amethysts have a scintillating range of color. A wide range of purple characterizes this gemstone. The crystals as they occur in nature are in the form of sparkling clusters growing amidst chunks of quartz and other kinds of rock. The mineral manganese in quartz gives amethyst its special hue.

The lighter amethysts are known as rose de France variety, the deeper ones with dense color and deep rose flashes in-between are the expensive varieties. Darker hued amethysts have no need to be further enhanced or heat-treated; the lighter ones are sometimes heat treated to citrine color. Most of the Amethysts that are commercially available nowadays are normally heat treated to get a deeper colors.

The color of the pure and expensive amethyst is a clear purple, but the normal range of color in amethyst can vary from lilac, lavender, and mauve to even deep purple and its intermediate colors. An” Amethyst geode ” can be one of the most arresting sights in nature for its sheer beauty. A huge piece of quartz studded with sharp violet crystals with deep pink flashes in their hearts remind one of nebulae ready to give birth to a million new stars! Top quality amethyst is a deep purple stone with pink flashes.

No wonder the Amethyst has been a popular choice for the ” Royals” of all ages, its purple color echoing the colors of royalty. Amethysts paired with diamonds, or set in platinum with other precious stones like emeralds and rubies have been extensively used in the crown and state jewelry of all European royalty and have similarly found pride of place in the huge jewelry collections of our Indian princes and Maharajas.

There are various types of Amethysts like all other minerals. Experts, geologists can distinguish varieties by shape and color. The” types of clusters” are also pointers to the place of origin. Experts can identify localities from where the amethyst specimen originated by its tint and hue.
The color, shape, cluster are key factors in determining the place of origin. Amethysts are found extensively in many countries of the world. Vera Cruz from Mexico, Guiro from Brazil and Mexico are prismatic crystal varieties. South America boasts even larger crystals; Africa has smaller stones of deeper and more intense colors whereas Australia has only smaller varieties. The Minas Gerais from Brazil, Maraba from Brazil, Thunder Bay from Canada are other popular varieties of this gemstone.

This gem is mined from South America, Africa, Brazil, Uruguay, Argentina, Bolivia, Zambia, and Namibia.

The origin to the name of this stone is the stuff of fable and legend! Greek mythology is full of tales stranger than life. Amethyst’s folklore and origin of name has a fascinating story to it! The goddess Diana to save her from Bacchus the Wine God’s raging anger turned “Amethys” into a quartz statue. Bacchus shed tears of remorse, when he saw the statue, and his tears stained the stone transforming the statue into “Amethyst,” a new stone! The word “Amethustos” in Greek means, “not drunk”, this could also be the origin to the name Amethyst. The stone was therefore believed to have miraculous powers and ward off intoxication. Curiously wine goblets were often fashioned out
of amethyst to keep the drinkers merrymaking for a while longer, and not be lost to the world in a drunken haze!

The Amethyst is believed to transform lower negative energies to positive ones. Religions of the world have vouchsafed for the stone’s magical efficacy. The church has used amethysts in rosaries; Bishops wear the stone in their church regalia and rings to gain from its beneficial and healing, vibrations. The Tibetans believe amethysts play a
significant part in their religious rituals.

No wonder this stone’s popularity has frog leaped from being an exclusive item used only by the rich and the famous to becoming an important fashion accessory for our time.

Amethysts can be set in rings, bracelets, chokers, bracelets or any other creative way, like embellishing lamp stands, jewelry watches, paperweights, the sky being the limit to the innovative ways it can be used!

Last but not the least, Amethysts have become very popular for a very specific reason. Amethyst’s metaphysical properties have in recent times augmented its use in meditation and healing sessions in gem crystal therapy. Its clear nature causes
energies to flow easily through it aiding one to attain serenity, gain inner peace and balance. It aids intuition and is considered the stone of wisdom. It sharpens thinking, and is also believed to be a common aid to relieving headaches, cure sugar imbalance, transform all lows and blues to a more positive and constructive state of mind. Its almost magical efficacy in reversing the negative emotions of anger and violence would make everyone wish to wear this gem birthstone or not!

Amethyst in History

by Mathew Abraham

Since the color of amethyst is associated with royalty, it has been the natural choice for most monarchs from ancient times. Egyptian rulers had a marked preference for the stone. Some exquisite amethyst stones adorn the British Crown Jewels. Catherine the Great was also known to have a liking for this precious stone. Besides, rulers were expected to be sober in order to make proper decisions on important matters, and amethyst was believed to have the ability to protect the wearer from any kind of intoxicating influence.

Other qualities attributed to amethyst include increase in faith and wisdom, diligence in prayer and religious practices, assistance in prophecy, protection from poisonous substances and sorcery, discernment and suppression of evil thoughts and evil forces, guidance for travelers, indications of deterioration in health, etc… It is credited with enabling the wearer to see and interpret prophetic dreams and visions concerning future events. It is also believed that wearing the gem can bring love and good fortune.

Contemporary History
In modern times amethyst has become very popular as it is readily available all over the world. Mines are located in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Bolivia, Uruguay, Zambia, Namibia, South Africa, Russia and Australia. Although there are marked differences in the quality of the stone depending on the place of its origin, all varieties are very much in demand. The South American amethyst is generally larger than the African variety, but the latter tend to have a deeper color. The Australian stone is very small in size but has a very dark color. Stones mined in Russia are clear and have a deep color.

The gem comes in an attractive and wide array of colors that range from a deep purple to a pale lilac shade. The prime choice for ornaments is the translucent rich purple variety. These stones have a rose colored sparkle and are the most expensive. The paler pastel shades, referred to as “Rose de France”, are more suited for jewelry crafted in Victorian designs. These days amethyst is available in a wide variety of shapes and sizes. Though generally the stones are cut to standard dimensions, some of the more imaginative designs are very much in demand – especially those linked to some legendry folklore or mystical powers. But whatever the size, whatever the shape, and whatever the color, the demand for the stone is increasing everywhere.

Amethyst Internationally Acclaimed Gem

by Mathew Abraham

Now that amethyst is being mined all over the world, it is readily available internationally and has become very popular with jewelers. Its natural attributes (especially color, shape and size) vary according to the location from which it is mined. The stone comes in a dazzling array of enchanting shades that range from deep purples to pale lilac pastels. It is a much sought after gem because of its association with royalty, the wealthy and powerful, and also with certain religious leaders. Wearing the gem gives its owner a sense of belonging to a superior class in society. It is also believed to have many supernatural powers that are beneficial to the wearer. It is the internationally accepted choice as a gift for the 4th, 6th and 17th wedding anniversaries.

International acceptance of Amethyst
All collectors of gems and minerals are familiar with amethyst. Its widespread availability makes it easy to recognize. Even though the stones differ in nature depending on the location from which they are mined, experts are able to identify the original location of the stone by assessing its natural attributes. The gem comes in a wide range of colors, shapes and sizes, all of which are acceptable to collectors as well as jewelers. Most customers shopping for amethyst ornaments have different reasons for selecting the stone of their choice. Many are attracted to the mystical and astrological attributes credited to the stone. One such quality for which the stone is internationally famous is the belief that it prevents the wearer from becoming intoxicated. And it is not just from alcoholic intoxication, but also from other kinds of intoxication like the amorous or addictive kinds. It is also believed to give the wearer clarity of thought and temperance, qualities desirable in leaders of society and industry. This is the main reason why it has been internationally acclaimed as the “Royal Gem” for centuries. And it is for this reason that aristocratic, religious and political leaders from every part of the world can be seen wearing this stone even today.

Amethyst is the official birthstone for the month of February and the astrological stone for the zodiac sign Pisces. It is also accepted as an additional stone for the zodiac signs Aries, Aquarius, Virgo, Capricorn and Sagittarius. As more and more people around the world are being attracted to astrological horoscopes, the demand for zodiac and birth stones is rapidly increasing. This factor has contributed to a considerable increase in the demand for amethyst internationally. Many people believe it brings true love and good fortune.

The stone is credited with several other attributes that make it internationally renowned. It is believed to bring peace and tranquility to the wearer and make the person more tender-hearted and affable. It is also believed to have the power of cleansing the soul, removing any self-destructive and undesirable traits and replacing them with a purer form of spirituality. According to traditional reports, it has the ability to heal physical, emotional and mental disorders. Some persons are convinced that amethyst can deflect different kinds of energies directed towards the wearer, so that the person does not absorb them. They claim that the human intellect does not have the capacity to comprehend the manner in which these powers work. The stone is said to endow the wearer with psychic powers and the ability to see prophetic dreams that predict events about to take place in the future.

International locations and standards of Amethyst
Amethyst is essentially quartz, and some variety of quartz crystals can be found in practically every kind of rock formation. That is why amethyst is so readily available all over the world – although in different grades having a variety of colors, shapes and sizes. Even the structural formation varies from area to area. The commonly accepted method of identification is by its six-sided prismatic structure and its hardness value of 7 It has a specific gravity of 2.66 and a refractive index of 1.54 – 1.55.. The mineral composition is crystalline quartz and the chemical composition is SiO2. The best varieties are mined from deposits in Brazil, Sri Lanka, Japan, Mexico, Russia and South Africa. Other well known locations include Canada, Zambia, Bolivia, the United States, India, Madagascar, Germany, Australia, Namibia, Iran and Uruguay.

The internationally accepted superior grades of amethyst are the Amethyst Quartz (a fusion of amethyst and milky quartz that either has purple and white bands or is purple on top and translucent beneath), Canadian Amethyst (having an inner glaze of red hematite and confined to Thunder Bay in Ontario), Ametrine (a purple and orange combination of amethyst and citrine), Lavender Amethyst (a pastel shade of pale purple) and Vera Cruz Amethyst (having a tall, prismatic structure and located in Vera Cruz, México). The best quality of amethyst is expected to have a rich purple or violet color with flashes of rose red. Though this variety is referred to as the “Siberian”, it is mined from many other locations like Uruguay and Zambia. Some pale violet pastels with a reddish tinge are also in demand. Light lilac, lavender and mauve are other common colors. The lighter pale shades are considered to be of a lesser standard, and the best of them are the pinkish lavender or lilac colored stone called the “Rose De France”. The purple corundum (or sapphire) is called the “Oriental Amethyst” even though it may not have any oriental origins.

The color in most stones tends to fade or change over a period of time, particularly if subjected to heat and light. In fact most citrine, cairngorm and yellow quartz are formed as the result of artificially controlled heat and light application to amethyst. One such example is the “Ametrine”, so called because it develops alternate bands of purple (from amethyst) and orange (from citrine) after treatment. Today, most dealers in amethyst subject the stone to controlled degrees of heat treatment in order to heighten or change their color. Invariably the treatment has a permanent effect. Amethyst comes in a variety of shapes and sizes. Most are suitable for collectors but there is more demand for stones that can be cut for jewelry. Besides, because of the traditional folklore and legends associated with amethyst, many wearers require the stone to be cut in specific shapes for specific purposes.

Amethyst – the international precious stone
Because of its availability all over the world and because of the wide range available in color and price, amethyst has become a truly internationally acclaimed stone for all persons in all places. Its legendry healing and mystical powers add to the enchanting allure of the gem. And the fact that it is identified with royalty and the uppermost layers of society make the stone even more desirable

Feng shui and Amethyst

by Madhubanti Rudra

A stone with bright purple hues, amethyst has been a part of Royal adornment and feng shui as an old Chinese discipline always revered for its magical power for bringing luck, health and wealth. When feng shui applies the magical power of amethyst to reduce men’s pains and sufferings, the result is nearly miraculous.

Feng shui and Amethyst

Throughout the history, the translucent, purple gemstone called amethyst has been highly praised for its mystical and healing properties. Starting from the ancient Greek to Egyptian mythologies we find the mention of amethyst being hugely used for spiritual and psychic empowerment. In Chinese civilization amethyst remained one of the most used Feng shui tools aimed at clearing negative energy to drive away the hazards from personal or professional life. As such the relation between the knowledge of feng shui and the powers of amethyst is rather close. In order to know the place of amethyst in feng shui, and how this ancient science make use of this well known stone, we have to first learn the basic tenets of feng shui.

The working of feng shui
Feng shui is the gift of the ancient land of China to the rest of the world. This thousands years old Chinese practice is founded on the basic tenet of “art of flow”. The science of feng shui which literally means wind and water in Chinese, revolves around the conception of ‘chi’ which is described in the ancient Chinese literature as the universal life force with a ubiquitous presence throughout the environment. Feng shui also emphasizes that everything in the environment is connected with each other and they as a whole create a significant impact and controls the direction of our lives. The whole discipline of feng shui works on the basis of the hypothesis that as water and air purifies and nourishes our biological system, a measured flow of chi ensures a problem free life by cleansing the environment.

Following are the three main ways of feng shui’s working
For balancing the chi in environment, feng shui offers a vast assortment of tools and guidelines that rectify the flow of energy through the space. Often described as an art of placement it uses the tricks of rearranging of home décor or architectural corrections to facilitate the free flow of energy through the open spaces of house, workplace or any desired location.

Symbolism is another important aspect of feng shui remedies. Many objects and imageries of particular shape, size and color are strategically used to tap the energies of five primary natural elements; wood, fire, earth, metal and water that move the chi in desired direction.

The feng shui is based on the idea that every object in this world is made up of energy. Feng shui emphasizes on the importance of placing the objects in special areas demarcated for particular aspects of lives and thereby create a balance of energy in those areas of life. The crystals are regarded as the most effective energy conductors in feng shui and different crystals are used as different feng shui enhancers.

Feng shui and amethyst

The working of feng shui is based on the process of deflecting the negative energy and welcoming the positive energy inside. The crystals’ potential of radiating positive energy is hugely used in the feng shui remedies. Among all crystals, amethyst occupies a special position owing to its versatile healing qualities.

In the feng shui system, any space like a room, a house, or an institution are divided in a particular way in which each division is called a ‘house’ and each house is assigned a special number ranging from 1 to 9. Each number signifies particular natural symbol and they reflect various aspects of life. If you are in trouble over any issue connected to any of these nine ‘houses’, placing a particular object, according to feng shui will clear the blockage of that area. Now the colorful crystals full of positive energy have the power of repealing negative energy. If you place these crystals in different corners of your house they will resolve the problems related to that particular segment of your home. A stone of many qualities, amethyst connects to most of these segments described in feng shui. Here is an overview of how amethyst can be used to enhance the chi with regard to the particular aspect of your life.

As for example, the number 1 house symbolizes water and it is related to the journey of life. At the core level this segment is connected with one’s career. Although water colored crystals are main luck enhancer of this area, amethyst can also improve your luck in these matters as well. By increasing the activities of the right side of the brain, amethyst stimulates the intellectual properties of your personality. It also works remarkably for enhancing the concentration level and meditation power. All these naturally boost up your education and career.

Number 2 symbolizes earth and it is related to relationships. As a traditional sign of self restraint and sobriety placing an amethyst crystal in this corner will inspire the quality of unconditional appreciation of others, thereby improving the relationships in their various aspects.

Segment number 3 is assigned to the ancestors and symbolized by thunder. This area relates to everything past and everything that yields authority. Placing an amethyst in this area will help one to shake off the mellows relating to the past and help to trace back your spiritual lineage.

Wind is represented in the number 4 area of the house and is connected with fortunate blessings. The main focus of this area is on prosperity and health. Providing mental peace and reducing stress, an amethyst sharpens your intuitive abilities. Thus placing a piece of amethyst in this corner of the house you can accumulate on health and wealth.

The centre of your home has been assigned the number 5 and it is the area for reconciliation of all conflicts. Reputed for promoting peace and tranquility, the role of amethyst gets particularly prominent here.

Area number 6 is the symbol of heaven and associated with the helpful friends. This is the area of your home which connects to the gifts in form of assistance and kindness that we receive from the others and offer to others. Keeping amethyst in this region will help to gain in the numbers of your well wishers.

Number 7 is the area of lake that represents creative sides of your life. Children are the most important aspect of this area. An amethyst will clear the negative energies from this region and contribute to your child’s physical and mental flourishing.

The segment 8 symbolizes mountain and it is related to the value of contemplation. This is the area that connects the person to his inner self. This area relates to self understanding and realization of spiritual strength. This area calls for peace and tranquility and the stones capable of bring peace are prescribed for placing in this corner of the house. Amethyst, a traditional stone for spirituality, is advised to be placed here. If someone is suffering from anxieties over self conflicting issues, placing an amethyst in the mountain area of his house will help him to come out of this psychological dilemma. It also helps to gain strength from inside. An amethyst candle holder is a common feng shui accessory that can be used in such situations.

Number 9 segment represents fire and connects to self esteem and confidence. Although the crystals with bright and reddish hues are generally prescribed for this area, an amethyst also comes to help in resolving issues associated with fulfillment of self. Because an amethyst is capable of making you come to terms with your inner self.

Health and amethyst

The above was the description of how you can enhance the various aspects of your life with the strategical placement of amethyst in various corners of your home. There are many more remedies that feng shui has up its sleeve. One among them is battle against many health issues like stress and insomnia.

Fighting insomnia
Sleep is the prerequisite for a healthy life, because it is a good night’s sleep which prepares you for the labors of tomorrow. From the feng shui perspective, a bedroom should be free of yang energy that affects the sleeping pattern. The yin energy on the other hand should be cultivated in the bedroom as it is meant to bring rest and relaxation.
Apart from following the bed room décor in the feng shui way, particular objects are placed in the bedroom to ensure the cultivation of yang energy. Amethyst is one of the most important among them. Amethyst is not only a great tranquilizer, it is an effective absorber of negative energy responsible for a disturbed sleep. These qualities made amethyst the most trusted medium for fighting insomnia. Feng shui prescribes for keeping a piece of amethyst under or beside the pillow to bring back your sleep. It is also believed to induce you into sweet dreams that soothe your nerves.

Fighting stress
Our daily routine is a sum total of confrontations and conflicts that creates tension and anxiety. According to feng shui, the mental balance can be restored with a piece of amethyst. It is believed to contain your anger and disharmony with the outer world. The purple ray that it radiates helps to reach out to the spiritual layers of the universe, and heightens your concentration level and meditation power. All these cool you down internally and calms down the tensed nerves.

Feng shui tools made of amethyst
There are some special amethyst tools or accessories that are used in feng shui for getting the desired result.

Amethyst Tree
Amethyst crystal trees are most widely used feng shui instrument. This beautiful tree is generally set on the base of uncut amethyst. The metal wirings- usually made of gold and sterling silver- are twisted to create the impression of a trunk and branches. The top of the branches are covered with lots of amethyst crystals.

In our day to day confrontation with the negative forces that intend to block our upward movement, either in career, education or spiritually, we loose our calm and on the process pollute our inside unconsciously. On the other hand if we are surrounded by such objects, that remit positive energy, we are able to feel the sweeter aspects of life and this is precisely the philosophy behind an amethyst crystal tree.

Amethyst is a powerful crystal for spiritual uplift ment and psychic empowerment. It enhances your intelligence and creative thinking too. That is why amethyst crystal tree is regarded as a very effective feng shui enhancer. The amethyst tree can be placed in the south east region of your home; it will fill your home with peace, harmony and love, by enhancing the natural chi of that area. It also brings wealth and prosperity to your life.

On the other hand south west corner of your home connects to romance and marital relationship. Placing an amethyst tree in the south west corner of the home will bring love and romance in your marriage.
It can also help in your career or business, where you often develop discords with your superior or colleagues. As amethyst is believed to inspire harmony and promote contentment, keeping an amethyst tree on the south east direction of your work desk, will alleviate the environment of anger and conflict.

Amethyst ornaments
Many people prefer to wear amethyst to get the purple rays of the stone directly. In feng shui treatments, amethyst is often clasped to the body in forms of bracelets and necklaces. By deflecting negativity, the amethyst ornaments protect the wearer from the evil forces and bring emotional balance in a variety of ways. It improves the intellect, memory and thought process. It also enhances the spiritual realization and intuitive abilities. Those suffering under the pressure of stress, constant wearing of amethyst ornaments can calm and sooth them. The body contact with amethyst also improves blood circulation and cures insomniac patients.

You have to observe certain feng shui procedures for programming the amethyst crystals before starting to wear them on your body. First of all, mix four spoons of sea salt in a bowl full of water and then immerse the crystals into it and leave them for one week; this will purify the stone. After one week take them out of the water and placing them on a ceramic saucer, let them soak in the morning sun light for three hours. In the mean time visualize the picture of the intended result, (like a happy family together, or a sweet relation with your spouse etc). When your visualization is complete, remove the stone from sunlight. Place them on your left palm and cover them with your right palm and once again think of your intention for a while. This completes the charging of your crystals with protective feng shui powers.

There is another way of the charging and purification of the crystals by holding the crystals over the smoke of incense, contemplating the intended outcome simultaneously. Do not take the crystals too near to the flame as it may change the color of the crystals.

Amethyst pyramid
In feng shui ornaments, amethysts are generally pyramid shaped. Pyramids are the reflection of immense energy and physical and will powers of the human beings. In other words they are the culmination of men’s super psychic abilities. A science of symbolism, feng shui aspires to draw this energy into the crystals by giving them this particular shape. As for example the pyramid amethyst pendants are worn to improve the psychic abilities.

Amethyst balls
These are also extensively used by those wanting to acquire the secrets of the universe.

In order to get the talismanic protection from amethyst one can carry them in pockets or purse. They can also be kept under your seat in the work place. A favorite of the Tudor kings and queens, amethyst looks unparallel also as jewellery and ornaments. So an amethyst artifact or a piece of amethyst jewellery makes a unique gift for your loved ones.

Amethyst mines

by Madhubanti rudra

The place of origin is a valuable yardstick for determining the authenticity of a stone on the basis of its unique characteristic features. For a stone like amethyst, which occurs in several places of the world it is particularly important to know the special traits corresponding to a particular region, so that a collector can differentiate them and make their proper valuation.

Summary: The place of origin is a valuable yardstick for determining the authenticity of a stone on the basis of its unique characteristic features. For a stone like amethyst, which occurs in several places of the world it is particularly important to know the special traits corresponding to a particular region, so that a collector can differentiate them and make their proper valuation.Amethyst Mining

Many geological coincidences result into occurrence of large quantity of mineral deposits over a long stretch of area. These sites are of great interest to the gemstone collectors all over the world for a number of reasons. For an expert, origin of a gemstone is a major price determining factor. The quality and characteristics of the gemstone vary with the regions which they came from. So there are chances for the uninformed customers to cough up an exorbitant amount on a gemstone which is not at all worth of that much. So the study about a particular gemstone also involves rigorous research about their sources.

The stone with lustrous purple hues and handsome crystalline structure, amethyst is found in almost all parts of the world. The unparallel color scheme of this stone due to the presence of iron in varying proportions could have made it very expensive but due to its wide-spread global deposits, amethyst has never become very expensive.

But the stones mined in different parts of the world are not similar either in appearance or in color. They have their own distinguished features unique of their source region and sometime even a particular mine. Depending on such features as color and shape variation, presence of inclusion, association with other crystals and the background of formation the gemologists can easily decipher the source of a particular piece of amethyst .

Each piece of amethyst has different tales to narrate regarding their mining. As a mineral specimen, the clusters of amethyst vary from region to region. While American Amethysts are large in size, the Brazilian small amethysts will steal your heart with breathtaking hues. If you are not aware of these differences with regard to cut, color and clarity etc, you can not deduct what should be the real price of the stone. There are even chances that you bring home some imitation gemstone in the name of a pure or rare kind of amethyst. So here lies the importance of knowing the gemstone of your collection in terms of their source of origin.
The following is a list of the most important amethyst mines cluttered all over the globe and unique features of their produce.

Mexican
It is truly amazing how nature has codified unique traits for the gemstones mined in different regions of the world. When we speak of amethyst the name of the exotic mines of Mexico automatically flashes in our mind. This is the region probably having the largest deposit of this Royal stone.
Two largest amethyst mines of Mexico are situated in Vera Cruz and Guerrero.

The mines of Vera Cruz are famous for producing the variety of amethyst that is typically phantomed, characterized by a transparent interior and darker outer part. Generally they come in forms of prismatic crystals in light purple shades with higher transparency. Another interesting feature is their double termination on both ends.

The amethysts mined from Guerrero on the other hand are more expensive variety with higher color saturation resulting in deeper and darker hues. The crystal has a single, termination point from which it radiates outwardly. Guerrero amethysts are phantomed just the opposite fashion the Vera Cruz varieties are; the Guerrero amethysts have a dark interior with a clear or white exterior. Some of the costliest amethysts of the world belong to these Guerrero phantom categories.

American Amethyst
Among the connoisseurs of gemstones, the American amethysts are an object of interest. American amethysts in general are distinguished by their medium to high color saturation and their smoky or translucent crystallization. The amethyst deposits can be found over a long stretch extended all over the United States. Maine, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Montana and Colorado are the main source of amethyst in the USA. In the states like Georgia, Arizona, Rhode Island and Virginia, there are mines that produce amethyst in small quantity.

The Maine and the Carolinas both are famous for producing dark colored amethysts. The amethysts from North Carolina carry an extra bluish stint, which is typical of that region.

Over a large area of Colorado, amethysts are found to occur inside the cavities of sandstone. Sometimes they are also found on top crust of green fluorite. They are formed into dark colored crystals, but they are smoky in appearance and rather small.

In Pennsylvania however, large clusters of amethyst occur within the fractures of metamorphic rock. The Pennsylvanian amethysts generally display brownish purple hues but they have inconsistent patches of color.

Brazilian Amethysts
Amethysts of this country are renowned for their handsome crystal shapes. The mining belts comprising the mines of Minas Gerais, Rio Grande do Sul, Bahia and Maraba are the main supplier of amethysts in Brazil.
The Brazilian amethysts are composed mainly of volcanic materials like lava and magma and found within the cavities in a form of lined crystals. The amethyst crystals mined in Minas Gerais and Rio Grande do Sul are full of inclusions like gas bubbles and cacoxenite which were created at the time of heat convection. In these regions large clusters occur along with gray, white and blue agate leaving a greenish tinge on the stones. Deposit of calcite on some of the clusters is not uncommon of these mines. They are in general characterized by pale to medium lilac color. The saturation of color takes peak in the tips of visible termination point in each crystal.
The Bahian variety amethyst comes with a reddish and smoky appearance.
In Maraba amethysts occur as large crystals. These pale colored amethysts have unattractive surfaces. These stones are ideal to be carved or cut into slices.

The Uruguay amethysts
The Uruguan amethysts are no less in prestige and value. Like its Brazilian counterpart amethysts here occur within large “vugs”, the volcanic rock pockets. The vugs in Uruguay have a gray or brownish exterior containing stalactites. On top of these vugs the formation of amethyst druses (crystalline crusts showing the pointed terminations) takes place. Unlike the Brazilian varieties, Uruguayan crystals are more or less uniformly colored. The crystals often bond with multicolored agate leaving sometimes a yellowish or reddish tinge on the stones.

Canadian Amethyst
Thunder Bay is one of the important contributors of amethyst in the international market. Better known as the gemstone of Ontario, the Canadian amethysts are reddish purple in color as a result of red hematite inclusion slightly under the surface of each crystal. The amethysts in this region occur as druses on the surface of metamorphic rocks.

African Amethyst
In African continent amethysts are produced mainly in two countries, Zambia and Namibia. Formed as druses, the amethyst crystals found in Africa are large in size with a paler exterior and a darker interior. They are particularly praised for their outstanding clarity.

Italian
The Italian amethysts occur as large parallel growth clusters. The crystals are large, pale in color but depict evenly distributed color saturation.

German
They are also pale in color and often occur bonded with other crystals like agate.

Ural Amethyst
They are very dark colored with a reddish hue. These extremely clear amethysts are rare and expensive. After being cut and polished these dazzling stones are used for the jewelleries.

Since the beginning of history, amethyst remained an inseparable part of the Royal glamour. Their availability and extensive mining has brought their prices within the affordable ranges of today’s common men. While rare pieces gathered from exotic remote mines ignite the collectors’ passion, the beautifully cut dazzling amethysts are wardrobe essential of every fashionable lady, thanks to the heavy mining of amethysts all over the world.

How amethyst can heal

by Madhubanti Rudra

Since antiquity, amethyst has been regarded as the stone of spirituality and psychic empowerment. The article reflects on the other healing properties of this universally praised gemstone.

It was during the 1980’s that the crystal healing as a natural therapy started to create the stir in the western society. But the folklores and legends of miraculous survival and magical healing had always been an essential part of mythologies of every ancient culture. Several objects have been identified for possessing magical qualities relating to healing and protection. In the ancient days when men could not work out the scientific explanations of the natural occurrences, they used to describe them as the wrath of nature, or manifestation of the anger of evil forces. In the times of natural calamities, people leaned towards nature itself to seek protections from her fury. In their quest, men had discovered the fact that natural herself invested several objects with therapeutic properties. In those days when vaccination or other advanced therapies were unknown to the people, these natural objects were used in vogue as valuable amulets.

Men could never escape the appeal of a lustrous beauty of gems and crystals. Besides using them in jewellery, the men of ancient civilizations also discovered their mystical powers. As history advanced and civilizations matured, men in various parts of the world chronicled systematically the power and properties of various gemstones and the ways and purposes of using them to reap the benefits. Especially, the ancient Hindu scriptures are believed to perform a pioneering role in this direction. In ancient Europe and the Middle East also the studies relating to the values of crystals opened new dimensions of research and academic query. On the basis of these ancient resources, the modern astrologers both in the east and the west proliferated the scope of this discipline further.

Among many precious and semi precious gemstones, amethyst occupies a special position in the studies of crystal healing. Amethyst with its ethereal purple hues, is universally regarded for the highest spiritual quality. From the Greek and Egyptian legends to the ancient Indian Ayurvedic literature, to the Oriental studies of Feng Shui or Reiki, amethyst’s role as a great therapeutic crystal has been acknowledged in every corner of this planet.

How does it heal?

All the gemstones are the source of the particular ray having strong vibrational qualities. The rays create the energy field that is absorbed by the human body resulting in positive outcomes in various aspects of life. In the case of amethyst, the energy it radiates is called purple ray which is believed to yield strong psychic powers and imbibe the wearer with spiritual insights. The frequencies remitted by an amethyst also clear stress from the system. The multifarious benefits of amethyst have made it the most commonly used healing gemstone.

Healing with amethyst has two aspects: mental and physical

Mental healing

The healing with any crystal starts at the metaphysical level. This is a holistic approach to healing which believes that the crystals at the times of their formation had absorbed earth’s energy which can be applied to treat various kinds of physical and emotional ailments. Amethyst is probably the most sought after healing crystal which is commonly attributed three qualities: tranquilization, purification, and transition.

The purple rays of amethyst help one to tune with the higher awareness with the universe by transforming the lower energies into higher levels of energy. At the core level of its functioning amethyst connects the body and the spirit.

The soft violent flame of the amethyst has a soothing effect that generally associates it with peace and tranquility. Deflecting the negative energies, amethyst relaxes the mind and the nervous system and alleviates stress and anxiety. Associated with the crown chakra, amethyst stimulates the activities of the right side of the brain. So wearing an amethyst improves the mental powers, creativity, and memory. It also stirs up one’s intuitive abilities and fills him with prophetic insight.

In its transitional capacity, amethyst helps to come out of the traumas of past tragedies and brings peace of mind in case of a death of someone near.

Physical healing
Apart from being a great reliever of emotional disorders, amethyst is a powerful healer of many physical ailments as well. Boosting up the production of a hormone in the body and balancing the supply of endocrine, amethyst improves the body’s immunity system. It also helps the detoxification of the body.

One of the commonest use of amethyst as elixirs for treating the bone-related diseases and joint pains. Amethyst elixir is also used to fight a toothache and digestive troubles, heart disorders and hearing disparities.
Often amethyst is used to cure the blood-related disorders. Amethyst improves blood circulation and balances blood sugar.

Amethyst also heals problems related to the central nervous system. That is why it is the most popular crystal to fight insomnia, nightmares, and other sleeping disorders. It also reduces stress and helps to overcome fear. A headache can also be relieved through the amethyst.

The mythological background
The widespread belief in amethyst’s mystical and healing powers are rooted in various mythologies and ancient literature. Spun over centuries, the fascinating tales surrounding amethyst have added hugely to the talismanic value of this violet gemstone which finds its respectful mention in almost all ancient civilizations, the Greek, the Egyptian, the Hindu, the Celtic and the Roman.

The notion that amethyst cures addiction to alcohol is founded in the Greek mythology involving Greek God Dionysus (Bacchus) and the Goddess Diana. The word amethyst originated in the Greek word “amethyst” meaning not intoxicated. Lord Dionysus, the god of wine and celebration once inadvertently got angry with the maiden called amethyst. Seeing his wrath, Amethyst called out for Goddess Diana who turned her into a clear white stone to save the innocent girl from the fury of Dionysus. Later on realizing his mistake, Dionysus became upset and some drops of the wine from his cup fall on the stone which absorbed the color of the wine to become soft purple. This purple amethyst stone came to be known as amethyst after the name of a poor maiden.

Based on this legend it has been always believed that wearing amethyst jewelry made people immune to the intoxicating effects of alcohol. That is why amethyst is a great stone struggling against alcoholic addiction and any other forms of cravings and other compulsive disorders.

Amethyst’s acceptance as a transitional aide can be traced in the legend regarding the color of the sky in the dusk. The legend draws a symbolic resemblance between the low visibility at the time when evening approaches with a lilac sky overhead, and the journey of the soul in search of greater awareness when the path seems to be half enlightened and half covered with darkness.

In the middle ages, the Roman Catholic Bishops wore amethyst gemstone rings which gave rise to amethyst’s use as a sign of sobriety and celibacy. In western theology, amethyst is synonymous with piety, humility, sincerity and spiritual awareness. It is also believed that amethyst is the ideal stone to signify The Age of Aquarius.

The Tibetan monks also used amethysts in their rosaries, to ward off the evil or negative forces. All throughout the Orient, amethyst is thus viewed as the tool to deflect the negative energy.

According to Ayurvedic practices, amethyst is a very effective healer through the Chakra system which tends to divide the body into several energy circles. In Chakra therapy, amethyst is described as the crystal that works for clearing the energy blockages to provide the proper alignment of the Chakras and a free flow of energy through them. Amethyst is associated with 6th and 7th Chakras located at brow and crown areas respectively. Amethyst is believed to stabilize energies and heal the ailments located within these Chakra areas.

The Essential qualities of therapeutic amethyst

Getting the therapeutic results from any gemstone becomes impossible unless the stone is pure and flawless. In case of amethyst, a stone with the most appropriate color and without any inclusion is extremely difficult to find. With the color of the stone becoming darker or lighter from this optimal shade, the healing power of amethyst is supposedly diminishes. The ideal color in a therapeutic amethyst is that of a vivacious violet seen in a rainbow.

The inner alignment of the amethyst is very important as it is directly related to balancing the inner self with respect to emotion, spirituality, intellect and so on. The stone with maximum clarity has the maximum therapeutic capacity. More the stone has inclusions more they block the radiation of energies. However, small inclusions creating prismatic effects are acceptable. The stones with such inclusions display a rainbow or partial rainbow like color arrangements. These stones have greater therapeutic energies. The inclusions in forms of dark flecks or clouds reduce the energy and amethyst with such inclusions and scratches and chippings are of poor therapeutic value.

How to use?
Apart from using jewelry, there are several more ways of using amethyst to receive the positive energies from it. Pressing a very small piece of stone with a diameter of 4-6mm on any acupuncture point leads to the clearing of energy blockade. For arthritis patients wrapping amethyst beds in a strand around the area of paining joints yield the very good result.

To let the amethysts soak in the sun for the whole day is believed to increase its healing powers. This sun – soaked amethyst will keep your home free from negative energies. On the other hand, let the amethyst absorb the moonlight for the whole night and that will keep your family members calm and in a peaceful state of mind.

Keeping amethyst in forms of cluster or pyramids will increase the spiritual feelings of the members of the house. However, it is generally recommended that the power of amethyst should be applied cautiously to the patients having paranoid or schizoid tendencies.

Reiki and Amethyst

by Madhubanti Rudra

Traditionally regarded as the gemstone of higher spiritual insight and a great meditation tool, amethyst has been revered all over the world for centuries. Particularly in the orient, amethyst remained the most sought after energy enhancer. This huge reserve of positive energy of amethyst can be channelized to treat the ailments in several oriental traditional therapies. Among these alternative healing procedures, reiki emerged as one of the most popular practices in the contemporary times. However, the use of amethyst has been proved to entice even higher level of energy in the delivering reiki.

The Use of Amethyst in Reiki

What is Reiki
The etymological origin of reiki can be traced to the Chinese word ki or chi meaning universal life energy. It is the source of life and it sustains life. A channel is a person who acts as a conduit of energy that is drawn from universe and then transferred to the body of recipient of reiki. The reiki channel masters this art of drawing energy which is then absorbed by her inner self and dispersed over her whole existence. This is the process of attunement. This excess energy accumulates in her palms and by touching various parts of the ailing person’s body this energy gets transferred into the patient’s body. A reiki treatment is all about harnessing the universal energy and then direct it to heal the ailments. During the treatment, the recipient’s subconscious mind channelizes the energy to the point where healing is required.

How Reiki Works
The application of reiki enhances the inherent power of the body and the mind and their capacity to heal. It also assists the individual to explore in his inside the hidden store of compassion and other softer emotions. In the process a balance is struck between the physical, emotional and the spiritual aspect of his personality.

Once the balance is struck, the recipient of reiki feels calm and relaxed and this is particularly the point where the healing starts taking place. The longer he can retain within himself this peaceful feeling, less time will be required for healing.

The Use of Crystals in Reiki
Reiki is described as a hands-on- technique which can be experienced, but cannot be explained. The practice involves a transfer of energy to the recipient from the reiki master who pulls the energy of the universe from the environment surrounding her. As such, the role of the master is very important for rendering a successful healing treatment through reiki. In turn the masters or reiki channels use types of symbols and chants and in some cases the crystals to augment the mental ability and intuitions which enhances the power of healing.

The use of crystals in combination with reiki is rather a recent phenomena which was initiated some ten years ago and since then became very popular among a school of reiki practitioners who seem to combine the crystal energy with reiki to recharge the programming of self-healing of mind and the body. Crystals are not a compulsory part of reiki treatment and not all the crystal healers are the reiki practitioners. Still both borrow from each other because both of their powers are founded on the unlimited source of universal energy. While reiki is the process of draining the highest knowledge of universe to heal the ailments, the crystals have assimilated within themselves the parts of this immense energy which can heal any ailments if applied judiciously.

The Use of Amethyst n Reiki
The use of crystals is supposed to enhance the impact of reiki energy as the channel is now empowered with the healing vibes of the gemstones. Therefore the reiki channels use at the time of treatment, one or more crystals according to the nature of patient’s mental or physical state. As such, amethyst has a prominent role in the reiki treatment for its repute of being the spiritual stone that brings tranquility and enhances psychic powers. Depending on its color, this purple stone is associated with the two major Chakras or energy centers of the body; they are the Third Eye Chakra and the Crown Chakra. Amethyst helps in the development of many aspects of individual personality and makes the person powerful from within by igniting his self healing mechanism.

Wearing amethyst is advised by the reiki practitioners to those patients who suffer from the brain related ailments. Such problems as depression, lack of concentration, compulsive behavioral disorders or other phobia are treated in reiki with the additional help of healing energies of an amethyst. Those in quest for higher spiritual understanding or practicing the art of meditation are also treated with an amethyst in reiki. Then, for those undergoing a reiki session, in search of mental relaxation, an added touch of amethyst can produce more effective result.

The Use of Amethyst in Reiki according to the locations of Chakra
There is a close relation between the chakra or energy centers of the body and the aura or the energy fields surrounding the body. In Ayurvedic tradition, Chakra indicates wheels of energy situated at different locations of human body. The driving force of life flows through these chakras. Each chakra is associated and controls a specific aspect of life. If the normal flow of energy of any chakra is disrupted, that particular aspect of life gets affected. On the other hand, a regular and balanced energy flow through the chakras ensures a happy and healthy life in all aspects.

A reiki practitioner is supposed to place the right stone at the corresponding chakra area of the body. Each energy centre of the body is located at specific areas of the body and the energy flow of that part of the body can be balanced with the help of the cosmic energy radiated by the crystal associated with that chakra. The healing qualities of the crystal are added into the energy that the therapist is attuned to and together these two sets of energy flow into the patient’s body. In case of using amethyst, it is placed in the brow area of the patients as it is associated with the healing of any mental disorders.

The way of Application of the amethyst in reiki
Before using the amethyst, the stone should be cleared and made ready for application. The idea is to place the amethyst in the proper area of chakra. However multiple stones can be used for each chakra. In reiki, natural quartz crystals are particularly recommended for use as they release the maximum amount of energy. If other quartz than the chakra stones are used they should be laid near the patient’s body with the points towards the body. The chakra stones must however get the direct body contact. The patient himself also can hold the amethyst near his head during the reiki session.

Amethyst as a crystal is believed to clear obstructions and bring back the right alignment of the Chakras. Blessed with the power of transforming energies at all levels, amethyst stabilizes energies of specific Chakra areas namely the 6th and 7th Chakras, which are the Third Eye or Brow and the Crown respectively.

Brow or Third Eye Chakra is associated with such aspects of personality as, mental clarity, intuition and foresight. This chakra dominates biological activities of such organs as brain, nervous system, pituitary gland, pineal gland and eyes.

Crown Chakra is associated with spirituality and higher knowledge about the source and sustenance life force. Biologically this chakra governs the functions of spinal cord, brain stem and nerves.

After the amethyst is placed in the associated chakra areas the usual reiki treatment can commence. The practitioner either places his hands directly on the stone or keeps the palms slightly above the stone during the reiki session. However, the direct contact with the stone helps magnify the energy level of the channel.

The Final Words
An alternative cure system, reiki is all about drawing the positive frequencies of universe to create an atmosphere of love and compassion in which the negative energies responsible for spreading diseases and other disorders fail to operate. The amethyst is a stone that reflects the highest spiritual energy and when they are teamed for reducing human pains in any form, they produce unbelievable result.