Physical Characteristics: Belonging to the quartz family, a silicon dioxide. Hardness of 7. Color is derived from iron and aluminum in trace amounts, as well as some form of natural or man-made irradiation. From Brazil.
Metaphysical Properties: Amethyst is a stone of protection and cleansing. It is a stone of royalty and therefore has been used as a prosperity stone. It is said to have been one of the stones of the breastplate of the High Priest of the Israelites. Small tumbled stones are perfect for pocket stones or for a medicine bag, though they may get scratched if they are soft.
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