{"product_id":"amethyst-crystal-stand-up-21955","title":"Amethyst Crystal Stand Up 8.5cm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNatural Druzy Uruguayan Amethyst Crystals For Sale (Druzy Amethyst Crystal Clusters)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful dark high-grade purple \u003cstrong\u003eNatural Druzy Amethyst Crystal Cluster\u003c\/strong\u003e from \u003cstrong\u003eUruguay \u003c\/strong\u003emeasures 8.5cm tall and displays stunning deep violet-coloured \u003cstrong\u003enatural Amethyst crystals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vivid violet and deep purple shades of this \u003cstrong\u003eNatural Amethyst Crystal Stand Up\u003c\/strong\u003e glisten and twinkle in the light due to the dazzling\u003cstrong\u003e druzy crystals\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Amethyst Made Of?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmethyst\u003c\/strong\u003e is a form of \u003cstrong\u003eQuartz\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is a \u003cstrong\u003esilica mineral\u003c\/strong\u003e primarily composed of silicon dioxide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Quartz family of minerals encompasses a wide range of stones, including sub-sets such as \u003cstrong\u003eChalcedony gems\u003c\/strong\u003e like \u003cstrong\u003eJasper\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eAgate\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuartz can occur in many colours, such as pink \u003cstrong\u003eRose Quartz\u003c\/strong\u003e, transparent \u003cstrong\u003eClear Quartz\u003c\/strong\u003e, and grey-brown\u003cstrong\u003e Smoky Quartz\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmethyst \u003c\/strong\u003eis the purple variety of this versatile mineral, and is sometimes thus referred to as \u003cstrong\u003ePurple Quartz\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Does Amethyst Form?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stone's distinctive violet colour is caused by \u003cstrong\u003enatural irradiation\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003etraces of iron\u003c\/strong\u003e in the \u003cstrong\u003ecrystal lattice\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTypes Of Amethyst\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmethyst can occur in a range of shapes and colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stone can be found with large natural points, or it can be polished into smooth shapes as \u003cstrong\u003ePolished Amethyst\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of the varieties stocked at Madagascan Direct are as follows: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmoky Amethyst Quartz\u003c\/strong\u003e, found in Brazil, is a gorgeous mixture of \u003cstrong\u003eClear Quartz\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eSmoky Quartz\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eAmethyst\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmetrine Quartz\u003c\/strong\u003e, found in Bolivia, is a combination of \u003cstrong\u003eAmethyst\u003c\/strong\u003e and\u003cstrong\u003e Citrine\u003c\/strong\u003e which displays stunning zones of golden-yellow and translucent purple.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChevron Amethyst\u003c\/strong\u003e, otherwise known as \u003cstrong\u003eDream Amethyst\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a form of Amethyst with V-shaped patterns of white Quartz.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLavender Amethyst\u003c\/strong\u003e, which can be found in large \u003cstrong\u003edruzy crystals\u003c\/strong\u003e in some of our\u003cstrong\u003e Amethyst Agate Crystals\u003c\/strong\u003e from India, displays lighter pink-purple colours than the standard deep violets of Amethyst. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere Does Amethyst Come From? \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmethyst is abundant and can be found in various localities worldwide including Brazil, Russia, and Madagascar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular piece was sourced from the Artigas region of \u003cstrong\u003eUruguay\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is renowned for its \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-quality Amethyst crystals\u003c\/strong\u003e composed of the deepest violet colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAmethyst History\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs one of the most popular \u003cstrong\u003esemi-precious stones\u003c\/strong\u003e in history, Amethyst has a storied past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAmethyst In Ancient Greece\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts name was derived from the Greek 'a-methystos', which means 'not drunk'; it was named thus because the Ancient Greeks believed this stone could prevent intoxication. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fact, the people of Ancient Greece even carved Amethyst into the goblets from which they drunk wine in order to prevent getting too drunk. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAmethyst Myth And Legend\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are many myths and legends surrounding Amethyst.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most popular myths surround Bacchus, the Roman god of wine (his Greek equivalent is called Dionysus) creating Amethyst.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, these myths were not written in classical times as commonly reported, but instead were invented by a French poet in the 1500s. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn one myth, Bacchus fell in love with a woman named Amethyste, who did not love Bacchus, and wanted to remain chaste. In her pursuit of chastity, she was transformed by a goddess into a pure white stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBacchus, in apology for his actions, dyed the stone of Amethyste purple with his wine, creating the purple stone of Amethyst. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAmethyst Crystal Healing Powers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmethyst is believed to be one of the most powerful stones known to man in regards to metaphysical and healing properties. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAmethyst Energy And Aura\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis crystal is believed to both amplify energy and have a calming, cleansing effect on its user.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA stone of peace and tranquility, Amethyst is said to be very useful for people struggling with intense stress, and can gift its user with a sense of balance and diplomacy. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAmethyst Chakras\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmethyst is most associated with the \u003cstrong\u003eThird Eye 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power to visualise their dreams. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsing Amethyst For Sleep\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs Amethyst has such a peaceful, nurturing energy, many\u003cstrong\u003e crystal healers \u003c\/strong\u003erecommend that people struggling with insomnia or nightmares use Amethyst by placing a piece under their pillow at night. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFurthermore, Amethyst is recommended for those interested in \u003cstrong\u003eastral projection \u003c\/strong\u003eand \u003cstrong\u003eastral travel \u003c\/strong\u003edue to the stone's potent purported ability to place its user in a deep meditative state and ignite psychic powers. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Should Use Amethyst?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmethyst is the perfect crystal for children and beginners to the crystal healing world because it is so calming and because it works on so many different levels (which is why some people call it an '\u003cstrong\u003eall 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