CHAKRA: Crown Chakra
BIRTHSTONE: February
ZODIAC: Aquarius, Pisces
Amethyst is a powerful stone associated with St. Valentine, Egyptian soldiers and is the stone of Buddha. It is often referred to as the ‘all-healer’. It magnifies the energy of other crystals; bringing overall protection and physical, emotional, and mental balance.
The name “amethyst” derives from the Greek amethystos, which means “a remedy against drunkenness,” a benefit long ascribed to the purple birthstone. Because of its wine-like color, early Greek mythology associated the gem with Bacchus, the god of wine. Amethyst was also believed to keep the wearer clear headed and quick witted in battle and business affairs. Renaissance Europeans thought it calmed lovers overrun by passion.
Amethyst is the gem traditionally given for the sixth wedding anniversary. Wear it in celebration of your wedding nuptials or as your February birthstone and you’ll be in royal company: Catherine the Great (Empress Catherine II of Russia, 1729–1796) had a penchant for the gem and decked herself in amethyst necklaces, earrings and other ornaments. The famous jewelry connoisseur Wallis, Duchess of Windsor (1896–1986), made a memorable statement when she wore a lavish Cartier-designed amethyst bib necklace to a gala in Versailles in 1953. (1)
Footnote Reference:
1) GIA Education - https://www.gia.edu/birthstones/february-birthstones
