Siberian Amethyst
Crystal Properties:
Colour: Deep, rich purple, often with flashes of red and blue, creating a highly desirable and valued variety.
Chemical Composition: Silicon Dioxide with traces of iron and other transition metals.
Hardness: 7 on the Mohs scale.
Transparency: Transparent to translucent.
Lustre: Vitreous.
Historical and Geological Background:
"Siberian" originally referred to amethysts of exceptional quality and deep purple colour with red and blue flashes, sourced from mines in Siberia, Russia. The term has since expanded to describe high-quality amethysts with similar characteristics, regardless of their actual geographical origin. This variety is particularly esteemed for its vivid coloration and is sought after by collectors and jewellers worldwide.
Metaphysical Associations:
Chakra: Crown, Third Eye.
Element: Air, Water.
Planet: Jupiter.
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius, Pisces.
Healing and Therapeutic Uses:
Emotional Depth and Healing: Siberian Amethyst is believed to promote deep emotional healing, aiding in the release of grief and sadness and enhancing emotional resilience.
Spiritual Enlightenment: Known for encouraging spiritual enlightenment and awakening, it aids in connecting with higher consciousness and understanding.
Mental Clarity and Wisdom: Enhances mental clarity and wisdom, providing insights into complex situations and decisions.
Spiritual and Esoteric Uses:
Psychic Abilities: Boosts psychic abilities and intuition, encouraging the exploration of spiritual and mystical realms.
Meditative Depth: Enhances the depth and quality of meditation, aiding in achieving profound states of relaxation and insight.
Emotional and Mental Aspects:
Soothing and Calming: Provides a soothing and calming influence, particularly effective in reducing anxiety and stress.
Enhanced Creativity and Imagination: Stimulates creativity and imagination, inspiring artistic expression and innovative thinking.
Numerology:
Numerological Significance: Often resonates with the number 9, symbolizing wisdom, intuition, and completion. This reflects Siberian Amethyst’s ability to deepen understanding and spiritual growth.
Additional Properties:
Stress Relief and Relaxation: Offers relief from stress and promotes relaxation, enhancing one's overall sense of well-being.
Enhanced Communication: Aids in clear and effective communication, especially in expressing complex or spiritual ideas.
Protection and Purification: Known for its protective and purifying properties, shielding against negative energies and influences.