Amethyst - Birthstone: February and Aquarius

Amethyst is the February birthstone and the gemstone for the sixth anniversary of marriage. It is the purple variety of quartz and is one of the most popular gemstones. They have been sought after by Royalty throughout the ages as symbols of Wisdom, Strength and Confidence. In addition to Royalty, the amethyst's luminous quality, its spectacular play of light, and its role as a protective stone meant they were also worn by bishops.

Amethyst is one gemstone that is believed to have many metaphysical properties that are favorable to human beings, with crystal healing therapists saying that the amethyst has a sobering and cleansing effect on the body and calming qualities which allows the stone to be associated with peace. Amethyst can also assist with the reduction of addictions such as alcohol, drugs, smoking and other compulsive type of behaviour's. It has been known to have a relieving effect on stress, grief, depression and emotional despair.

Amethyst as a healing stone contains sobering and calming qualities which allow this stone to be commonly associated with peace. Amethyst is known to calm and protect the mind. It soothes those who have engaged in constant rigorous mental activity. It has been deemed "nature's tranquilizer" by many healers because of it's effectiveness in relaxing not only the mind but also the nervous system. Those who wear amethyst jewelry and who have been recommended to wear this stone for healing purposes have done so because of its tranquil qualities and it's ability reduce negativity and alleviate anxiety.

Amethyst is associated with water. Energies seem to flow easily through it. It is a wonderful meditation and healing crystal.

Amythest - Headaches, eyes, scalp, hair, pituitary gland, balancing blood sugar. Purify and transmute negativity. Reduce anger, impatience, and nightmares. Spiritually uplifting helping to open your third eye and be more psychically open.

Besides being a stone of tranquility and repose, amethyst is also known to enhance mental strength, stability, and vigor. It also is protective in averting the mind from psychic attacks and transforming negative energy in to that of positive and tranquil tenacity. It is also used to bring understanding of all that is transitional, especially death and rebirth. It can provide security and peace of mind (along with understanding) when a loved one is lost or reborn. It is said to also have a relieving effect on stress, grief, depression, emotional despair and ineffective communication.

It's tranquil sobering effect allows those who are energetic to relax. It also is a cure for insomnia and nightmares and makes the intuition sensitive to understanding that outside of scientific reasoning. It has been known to treat various types of blood disease and balancing blood sugar. Amethyst as a healing stone or crystal is used to treat and heal problems involving the central nervous system. Amethyst is a treatment for both convulsions and neuralgia.