Amethyst Heart Cluster - Raw & Polished
Amethyst is a type of quartz which grows as transparent terminated crystals forming into natural clusters, geodes or single points. It has a striking purple hue ranging from very light lavender to deep violet. It is found in many places around the world and has been cherished over thousands of years for its beauty and powerful healing abilities. Ancient Egyptians wore amethyst as a symbol of luxury and to protect them from evil spirits, whilst the ancient Greeks drank wine from goblets made of amethyst as a way to prevent drunkenness !
Amethyst is a natural tranquiliser relieving stress and strain, soothing irritability, balancing moodswings, dispelling anger, rage, fear and anxiety.
Many find amethyst to relieve anxiety-related insomnia and to protect children against nightmares - keeping amethyst by the bedside sounds like a good idea to me!
Chakra ~ Amethyst stimulates the throat and crown chakras.