Properties
It has a hardness scale of 7 of Mohs, giving it the hardness necessary for jewelry making, ornamental objects. Diamond has the hardness on the same scale, i.e. 10.
In parallel, ribbon amethyst has the particularity of having inclusions creating white welts and to be colorful. violet to pale mauve. The intensity of colors of ribboned amethyst vary according to their place of operation.
Ribbed amethyst is very close to amethyst, the best-known of all stones fine. The various legends concerning do not distinguish it from amethyst. rubbed amethyst.
A little reminder about the legends linked to amethyst and the etymology of this name
The name comes from the Greek Methystos, meaning drunkenness, but with the "a" at the beginning of the name, it becomes "without drunkenness" and therefore sober. The best-known legend is the one about Amethystos, a beautiful young nymph dazzling.
Dionysus, god of wine and drunkenness, in fell madly in love. But Amethystos refused remained chaste and pure. Terrified by Dionysos, she asked Artemis for help, goddess of the hunt. She decided to protect her by transforming her into a crystal statue white. Dionysus, mad with rage, threw his glass of on the statue, which thus took on a new color. intense purple.
During archaeological excavations, seals and amethyst amulets were found, dating back to ancient Egypt. It seems that soldiers wore them to give themselves courage.
In Christianity, amethyst was an important a symbol of purity, humility and love. On says that Joseph had offered a magnificent to Mary. In addition, Saint Valentine, a priest in the origin of the festival of lovers, carried always wore a necklace that ended in a amethyst.
The Christians considered that amethyst was a symbol of fidelity. Vatican bishops wear ornate rings an amethyst, a sign of their devotion to God and the Church.
At the time of the Renaissance, Leonardo de Vinci used an amethyst to accentuate his inspiration. He recounted this anecdote in one of his precious notebooks.
At the same time, among the nobility, we used amethyst goblets to serve the wine. wine. As the intoxication of the wine was cut with water. This way, no one noticed the deception and it was thought that amethyst fought against intoxication.
The main deposits are in Brazil, in Namibia and Zambia.
The benefits of rubbed amethyst in lithotherapy
Psychological benefits
Ribboned amethyst, (like amethyst), is reputed to help combat addictions in general. This comes because it was considered to be a stone fighting drunkenness. She possesses positive energies that give us the courage resist temptation. All you need is itself a ribboned amethyst under different shapes, in jewels, rolled stones, etc.
Ribboned amethyst is also a very popular meditation stone. It lifts certain trauma-related blockages often buried in the subconscious. At the same time, it helps to raise spiritual. It is often associated with and dreams. It is a stone stimulating imagination, creativity and creativity and intuition.
This pretty stone soothes its wearer through the softness it exudes. It dispels anger, resentment and bitterness. Its wearer softens, puts things into perspective negative events and more easily to forgive. He is no longer afraid of others suffers far less anxiety. By they are able to manage their anxieties more easily and feel inner peace.
Amethyst is said to purify the aura and rebalances the body physical, emotional and mental. It enables to achieve tranquillity and understanding. It also helps to feel less dispersed and in control faculties.
Physical benefits
Ribboned amethyst soothes people hyperactive or over-stressed. It helps to reduce the impact of stress on the body.
Thus, it helps to relax the body. It promotes fluid circulation body.
This stone is recommended for freeing yourself addictions and their repercussions on the body in general. All you have to do is carry a stone and hold it in his hands when the the temptation is too strong.
Ribboned amethyst and signs astrological
Ribboned amethyst is a stone with a lot of positive energy spreading on all the natives of the zodiac. At the same time, she has developed an affinity with certain astrological signs. For example for the following signs:
- Virgo: symbol of the perfection, analysis and criticism. This sign represents work, medicine and health. Wearing a ribbon amethyst helps him to stop fearing others and to less anxiety. This sign is very anxious and very complex. He often finds himself relegated to the background because of its shyness sickly. Too much modesty, reserve and discretion characterizes him. He is always afraid of or overdoing it. This is the sign the least self-confident of the zodiac. He has a logical, ingenious mind technique. He likes to put his talents and skills in the service of others. However, it has a critical mind and is very demanding to himself and to others. Very manic, he is obsessed with household chores and cleanliness. Dedicated, he can sacrifice himself for those he loves. Very fussy, he has a knack for of annoying those around him with remarks and advice. In love, her lack of self-confidence is a real problem. Much too modest, he doesn't reveal his feelings, for fear of being ridiculous. He doesn't hesitate to give up to a beautiful love story to be sure of not to suffer. On the other hand, if he gets married, it's more out of interest than sentiment genuine;
- Sagittarius: symbol of spiritual elevation, study and philosophy. This sign represents religion, great journeys and law. Wearing a ribboned amethyst soothes it, dissipates anger, resentment and bitterness in him. It's a fiery sign, strong-willed and determined. A natural optimistic, he is often enthusiastic and possesses communicative energy. He has a great need for freedom, loves wide open spaces great journeys. In fact, this is the most independent of the zodiac. Hates routine and multiplies activities. However, he rarely ends. This is a sign that is paradoxical and dual. He has that go-getter look, energetic and unstoppable. Then there's the thinker and his conscience, who ask him to slow down and look back. So, this sign will then settle down and question. Voluntarily provocative, he can be insolence and outspoken criticism of things that might be hurtful to his interlocutor. It is sorely lacking in diplomacy. In love, he is excessive, gets carried away and loves madly. He's a seducer and conquering. He tends not to be faithful. His or her partner must not encroach on his freedom. He has a double personality: he can love madly or be a perfect libertine;
- Fish: symbol of infinity, religion and faith. This sign represents intuition, clairvoyance and mystery. Wearing a ribbon amethyst helps fight addictions: its positive energies give courage and strength to resist temptation. Indeed, this sign is extremely suggestible and can quickly fall off the wagon. into various excesses. He likes to live at night marginalize. Of a nature that's hard to pin down, he's a paradoxical double. He is endowed hypersensitivity and doesn't hesitate to to help others. However, he likes to be alone, live in a world of dreams, of softness and create a virtual reality. It has a artistic sense, whether in the music, painting, etc. He's very creative and expresses himself through his creations. He has a very good taste in clothes, and it doesn't go unnoticed. unnoticed. He has great intuition and clairvoyance. He can make beautiful financial affairs. In love, he is paradoxical. He wants to be in a relationship and quickly falls in love. But he also wants to behave like a pleasure-seeker and enjoy a wide range of sexual experiences. With the maturity, he will start a family.
Ribboned amethyst and the chakras
Ribboned amethyst balances the coronal chakra. This chakra is located at the on top of the head, at the fontanel. It is at the heart of consciousness. This chakra balanced, harmonized, provides the person with a a constant sense of empathy. He possesses a Violet and white vital energy. The shows altruism and kindness soul. She loves helping others and useful. She is in harmony with others.
The coronal chakra, unbalanced, not enough open, leads to failure in life. The no one achieves success at the both personally and professionally. She remains closed to others and becomes narcissistic, often jealous and angry.
The unbalanced coronal chakra generates dysfunctions. The person no longer knows where she stands. She falls into various addictions, can't cope with difficulties of life. She becomes hateful and envious. It remains closed to the problems of others.
Maintenance, purification and recharging ribboned amethyst
From extraction to arrival within your family, your amethyst can no longer be purified or cleaned. recharge with the elements of nature, like water, earth and sun.
As soon as it arrives at your home, proceed as follows to the following operations. These operations are to be maintenance at least once a year months and after use in lithotherapy.
Plunge your ribbon amethyst into a large transparent glass filled with spring water about 2 hours. Dry gently with with a soft cloth. For a lighter purification, opt for the fumigation with white sage, the use of a flower of life or a bowl Tibetan.
Recharge your stone by dropping it off at the afternoon sun for 1 hour or place it on a cluster of quartz or in an amethyst geode for 24 hours.
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