Amethyst | Benedicte de Boysson

AMETHYST HISTORY

Found in as many places as Brazil, Bolivia, Mexico, Africa, Canada, Russia, USA and Europe, this stone has a rich history which transcends geographical boundaries and civilizations.

For instance, while in neolithic Europe it was perceived as a mere decorative emblem, Ancient Greeks and Romans used amethyst in several ways from beads in jewelry to amulets. Both civilizations placed high value in this stone, believing it was synonymous with luxury.

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AMETHYST HISTORY

Found in as many places as Brazil, Bolivia, Mexico, Africa, Canada, Russia, USA and Europe, this stone has a rich history which transcends geographical boundaries and civilizations.

For instance, while in neolithic Europe it was perceived as a mere decorative emblem, Ancient Greeks and Romans used amethyst in several ways from beads in jewelry to amulets. Both civilizations placed high value in this stone, believing it was synonymous with luxury.

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PROPERTIES

Amethyst healing properties are as plentiful as the stone itself. It is mostly perceived as a protective stone. As it is linked to the crown chakra, it helps purify the mind and clearing it of negative thoughts, including stress and anxiety.

Amethyst healing properties are especially useful when it comes to work-related stress, because the stone is so strongly associated with abundance; therefore, relieving stress while releasing prosperity.

LEGEND

Interestingly enough, the name amethyst translates in Greek to, “not drunken.” An ancient Greek myth explains this seemingly odd name. Dionysus the God of wine and fertility was pursuing a young maiden named Amethyst, who resisted his affections and had prayed to remain chaste.

Answering her prayer, Diana transformed her into a white stone, upon which, Bacchus, remorseful for the fate he had so recklessly caused the girl, poured the juice of grapes as an offering, and thus bestowed the crystal with its unique purple coloring.