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Mineral variety Gemstone Healing crystal

Amethyst

SiO₂

Mineral of quartz variety.

Purple

Variety of Quartz.

Amethyst specimen
Amethyst. Magaliesburg, South Africa.jpg · Wikimedia Commons (see file page for author & license)

Properties

Chemical formulaSiO₂
ElementsSi, O
Crystal systemTrigonal
Mohs hardness7
Density—
Streakwhite
Color—

“—” means no reliable value in Wikidata yet. Check Mindat for full data.

🌍 Where it's found

  • Type locality
  • Notable source / deposit
  • Country of origin

Marker positions are approximate (region or locality level). Type localities from Wikidata; notable sources curated by Crystopedia.

🔗 See also

Varieties & related stones

✨ Metaphysical & Folklore

These are traditional and folk beliefs from crystal lore. They are not scientific or medical claims – crystals are not a substitute for professional care.

The ancient Greeks linked amethyst with sobriety; today it is a classic stone of calm, intuition and restful sleep.

Traditional uses
meditation, peaceful sleep, easing overthinking
Chakra
Third Eye Crown
Zodiac
Pisces, Aquarius, Virgo, Capricorn
Element
Water, Air

💞 Pairs well with (traditional pairings)

Rose QuartzCalm meets compassion. A classic bedside duo for gentle sleep. Clear QuartzSaid to amplify amethyst's meditative calm. SeleniteKeeps a meditation space clear and peaceful. LepidoliteTwo soothing purples often paired against worry. Smoky QuartzGrounds amethyst's dreamy, high energy.

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