Amethyst - purple gemstone

Amethyst is a gemstone that often adorns rings and other jewelry. What does it symbolize and can it be said that it has healing effect? You will learn about all this in today's post!

The gemstone we call amethyst is one of the varieties of quartz. It can be found in various shades of purple due to the small amounts of aluminum and iron that are embedded in the silicon dioxide. And it is from silicon dioxide that this stone is made. Cross section of curtains there is everything from very dark purple to light heather. When making jewelry, we can determine how dark the stone should be - with the help of heat treatment, we can darken it.

Where does this name come from?

Its etymology can be seen in the Greek word "ametisos". This word means in Polish Trzeźwy. Why? Well, the ancient Greeks loved to enjoy the taste of wine drunk from amethyst goblets. When they were filled with water, they looked like they were drinking wine. Those Greeks who wanted avoid unpleasant ailments the next day they fooled their dinner mates by drinking water instead of wine. At that time, there was also an opinion that even real wine, drunk from an amethyst goblet, would protect against ailments after waking up.

Amethyst and healing

Amethyst became interested in alternative medicine. It turns out that it has a beneficial effect on our headaches or frequent migraines. It can also help fight insomnia. In addition, it contributes to our metabolism. It's good for people fighting disease on a nervous background. It allows us to overcome the mental trauma in us. It also helps to get rid of various kinds of addictions.

Of course, you can not ignore the jewelry, decorated with these stones. it is first of all elegant. Amethyst has an irregular shape, so each stone is individual. It's the same with color - sometimes darker, sometimes lighter. Thus, we get extremely original jewelry. What woman can resist them? They look good in rings (including engagement rings), as well as earrings or necklaces. Gentlemen, if you are looking for the perfect gift for your beloved, there is nothing to think about. Jewelry with amethyst will definitely be. hit the bull's-eye!

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