Joomla! site syndication http://jdtrade.net/global Wed, 19 Nov 2008 15:24:42 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://jdtrade.net/global/images/M_images/joomla_rss.png http://jdtrade.net/global Joomla! site syndication http://jdtrade.net/global/content/view/12/ Amethyst is a variety of quartz with purple coloration which is caused by impurities of iron or manganese and is one of the most popular and widely used gems. Its color is as unique as it is seductive, though in fact this gemstone of all gemstones is said to protect its wearer against seduction. The amethyst is extravagance in violet. For many thousands of years, the most striking representative of the quartz family has been a jewel coveted by princes both ecclesiastical and secular. Moses described it as a symbol of the Spirit of God in the official robes of the High Priest of the Jews, and the Russian Empress Catherine the Great sent thousands of miners into the Urals to look for it. In popular belief, the amethyst offers protection against drunkenness - for the Greek words 'amethystos' mean 'not intoxicated' in translation. A more apt stone for the month of February, particularly if there is to be plenty going on in the way of carnival celebrations, could thus hardly be wished for. Amethyst has long been called the sobriety stone. In ancient Rome, crushed amethyst gem stone beads were added to wine cups to prevent drunkenness. Amethyst semi-precious gem stones can assist with healing alcoholism, compulsive behaviors, and addictions of all kinds. An amethyst stone brings stability, peace, calm, and balance. The amethyst gem stone brings about courage and inner strength. They have been used to protect against psychic attacks. On the spiritual level, the amethyst stone helps open to communication with angels, telepathy and other psychic abilities. They are excellent stones for meditation or dream work, past life work, and can help you see your path. People also use amethyst stone beads to help ease the pain of grief, and promote happiness. Amethyst semi-precious gemstones are beneficial when dealing with legal problems, and money issues. This can lead to prosperity and abundance. Amethyst gem stone beads are also protection for travelers. Physically amethyst is used to heal the withdrawal symptoms of any sort of addiction, and helps with headaches, insomnia, arthritis, pain relief, circulatory system issues, endocrine system problems, chronic fatigue, immune system deficiencies, and general healing. Amethyst semi precious stones are associated with the brow and the crown chakras. J D Global Trading Company carries a complete line of wholesale amethyst bead selections. New Article - New Article Mon, 23 Jul 2007 15:08:05 +0100