Location Found: Brazil, Uruguay, Russia, Zambia Mohs Hardness Rating: 7 Scientific Description: Amethyst is a purple variety of quartz, with its color resulting from natural irradiation and iron impurities. It commonly forms in geodes within volcanic rock. Metaphysical Properties: Amethyst is known for its calming and protective energy. It is believed to enhance spiritual awareness, support emotional balance, and aid in stress relief and intuition. It is widely used for meditation, dream work, and energy purification.
