Necklace with amethyst and hematite gemstones

Description

PRODUCT DETAILS

Stones Amethyst, Hematite

Metal Sterling silver

Stone Color Purple (Amethyst), Silver Metallic (Hematite)

Stone Shape Irregular, Spherical & Oval (Amethyst), Spherical (Hematite)

Stone Size ~ 0.4cm to 0.9cm, 0.4cm & 1cm x 0.8cm (Amethyst), 0.2cm (Hematite)

Necklace Length ~ 45.5cm  

STONE DETAILS

Amethyst The word Amethyst has its origins in the Greek words “a” and “methw” Not Intoxicated, as in years gone by, it was believed that Amethyst protected against drunkenness. Amethyst belongs to the quartz family and it is a silicate mineral with a chemical formula SiO₂. Its color is due to the presence of iron. Amethyst is characterized by the trigonal crystal system and the hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale. Amethyst is derived mostly from Brazil and Uruguay.

Hematite The word Hematite comes from the Greek word “aima” which means Blood, due to the red coloration found in some varieties of Hematite. It is an iron oxide with a chemical composition of Fe₂O₃, which is characterized by the trigonal crystal system and the hardness of 5-6.5 on the Mohs scale. Hematite can be found in various countries, including Brazil, India, the USA, Australia, South Africa, Canada, Russia, Ukraine and New Zealand.

STONE PROPERTIES

Amethyst Amethyst is quite an intense stone as it is directly associated with spirituality and greatly enhances meditation, self-focus, spiritual awakening, intuition, creativity and perception. It fights nervousness and banishes all negative emotions, while providing balance and harmony to the spirit. Also, Amethyst helps us to reach high levels of consciousness, as well as for each of us to discover the truth that is hidden within. Finally, it is believed that Amethyst helps with insomnia. In the zodiac, it corresponds to the signs of Pisces, Capricorn and Aries.

Hematite Hematite helps concentration and the absorption of information, and encourages original thought, improving brain function. At the same time it encourages strength of conviction and encourages self confidence, willpower and dependability. It is successful in ensuring protection by preventing the appearance of negative forces. Hematite harmonizes mind, body and spirit. Last but not least, it is strongly felt that this stone plays a leading role in the health and circulation of the blood, and helps in the prevention of muscle cramps. In the zodiac field, it is associated with Aries, Capricorn, Scorpio and Aquarius.