Amethyst is a purple variety of quartz, coloured by iron impurities.
When amethyst is subjected to intense heat, the chemical composition of the iron impurities is changed and the rock becomes yellow citrine.
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Hardness: 7
Colour: Pale to dark purple
Lustre: Vitreous
Chemical composition: SiO₂
HEALING PROPERTIES
- Balancing
- Helps self control
- Calming
- Aids meditation and sleep
- Used for psychic protection
- Helps with sobriety
- Helps prevent nightmares
- Enhances creativity
CHAKRA
Crown chakra (just above the top of the head)
REFERENCES
- The Essential Crystal Handbook – Simon and Sue Lilly
- Kiara James