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Amethyst is a deep purple quartz mineral.  It belongs to semi-precious crystals, however, due to its beauty, it can be compared in popularity with any precious stone. It is the most expensive quartz mineral in the world.

It’s believed that the amethyst crystal:

• Able to cleanse the place of the collected negative energy.
• Contributes to the manifestation of the breadth of reflection in moments that go beyond the borders of simple ones.
• The color of the mineral, purple, symbolizes the "third eye".  Able to bring harmony, enhance intuition, relax the atmosphere.
• Gives balance when meditating.
• Helps unselfish people to improve their lives - it keeps home comfort, protects from the evil eye, relieves negative thoughts, irascibility.
• For men, the stone adds courage, protects against ill-considered actions during a conflict.
• Amethyst has properties for women.  It will help preserve the beauty, youth.

Healing properties of Amethyst

It is also believed that amethyst has many healing properties. The Romans used it to neutralize the poison in a glass of wine, and the Greeks rejuvenated with it, getting rid of wrinkles, pigmentation, freckles.

Other healing properties:

• Strengthens memory.
• Treats many skin conditions.
• During a migraine, applying it to the forehead, you can get rid of the pain.
• Helps with problems with the nervous system.
• Water with amethyst stone cures colds, cleanses the capillaries, but also the liver and kidneys.
• Strengthens the immune system 
  

Healers advise having amethyst all around the house, especially close to your bed for good blood supply to the brain, relief from insomnia.

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Who suits the amethyst stone according to the zodiac sign

The magical meaning of the amethyst stone, its energy is suitable for almost all zodiac signs.  Recommended for the signs Libra, Aquarius, Gemini. 

However, experts recommend choosing an amulet based on shades:

 1. Leos, Aries are always in the spotlight.  The purple tint will help to reach the location of people, make the right decisions during difficult situations, smooth out excessive sensitivity, and relieve stress.

2. Crayfish, Pisces must acquire a lilac mineral.  It will help to radically change life for the better, extinguish negative emotions, anger.  Amethyst will become a talisman for business entrepreneurs seeking to get the maximum benefit, profit.  In love matters, it will help to achieve strong, trusting relationships.

3. Pink color for Aquarius, Gemini, Capricorn, Libra.  A gentle shade will open up creative possibilities, present an unlimited supply of energy.  During stressful situations, it will strengthen the nerves, give peace of mind.  In matters of love, the gem will help to find a soul mate, provide harmony in the family.

4. Virgo, Scorpio should take a closer look at the black stone.  Such a rare color will help humble excessive selfishness, give peace of mind, and bring good luck in love.