Amethyst is a semi-precious gemstone, yet it is often ranked among the most valuable stones. This is thanks to its beautiful violet color.
It is loved both by people with modest means and by the wealthy. It is also known as the stone of sobriety and is considered a love talisman and a symbol of spiritual enlightenment.
This magnificent gemstone is a variety of quartz, and it appears in different forms—semi-transparent, elongated crystals with a deep violet hue. Interestingly, the stone changes color when heated between 320 and 750 degrees Celsius, turning into yellow citrine, while irradiation can make the crystals brown or green.
The most common variety is purple amethyst, but there is a wide range of shades and even stones of entirely different colors.
One of the most captivating varieties of this gem is green amethyst. It is cherished for its unusual color, though it is important to note that this delicate hue is achieved through human intervention.
The stone is mined in Brazil—particularly in Montesuma—and in Arizona, USA. Light-colored amethysts from these deposits are heated to 500°C using a special technique.
Green amethyst is also known by other names, such as leek stone or prasiolite, due to its fresh green color resembling spring onions or leeks. This mineral is quite expensive, which is why such stones are most often found in private collections or set into fine jewelry.
It is called green amethyst for two reasons: because it is green and because it originates from amethyst.
Prasiolite is also known as the stone of illusion—it is transparent and magically changeable. Before becoming pale green, it was amethyst. When exposed to sunlight, however, it transforms into rock crystal.
It has the ability to look deep into the heart of its owner and reveal both the best and the worst within—especially if the person is immoral or selfish.
Green amethyst, like regular amethyst, is a quartz crystal. Natural deposits of prasiolite are rare and found mainly in Brazil, the USA, Russia, India, and Poland. Most green amethysts on the market are produced by heat-treating amethyst or citrine.
Even though it is heat-treated, that does not mean the stone is not genuine. Most colored crystals used in jewelry, including precious stones, undergo additional processing to enhance their color and quality.
Diamonds, rubies, and sapphires, for example, are often heated to improve clarity or intensify their hue. Even the deepest blue sapphires were originally yellow, and many of the stunning violet-blue tanzanites were once greenish zoisite.
What makes this stone interesting is that it possesses a wide range of healing properties. Folk healers recommend using it to purify water.
For acne prevention and rejuvenation, water infused with green amethyst is used. It is also believed that this stone has a positive effect on the respiratory system, helps relieve colds, and promotes quick recovery.
It supports the body’s healing processes, which is why it is recommended to wear it when feeling unwell. It aids in the treatment of ulcers and tumors and helps the body absorb nutrients.
It is said to have the power to:
Green amethyst also has other healing properties, including:
It is well known that crystals can influence the cells of our body. It is said that all types of quartz, including green amethyst, helped create the astral shell of the planet and have stored cosmic signals since the beginning of time.
Green amethyst is associated with illusion and is often used in divination. When used as protection, it is incredibly effective, helping its owner focus, clear emotions, and purify thoughts.
It can improve memory and imagination and act as inspiration for artists and creators. It also gives shy and reserved individuals the strength to express their opinions.
Spiritually, green amethyst is useful for connecting with your higher self, and meditation with this stone helps you absorb this energy and project it into your daily life. If you struggle to recognize your inner divinity—or that of others—wear green amethyst near your heart.
Emotionally, this stone protects the spleen chakra from energy depletion and transforms feelings of martyrdom so that you do not give yourself away completely to someone or something, draining your own energy in the process.
One of the most important rules when choosing a stone—no matter what type—is to use your intuition. If you feel drawn to a stone, hold it in your hand. Keep it there for a while, and if you feel warmth, it is a clear sign that you sense its vibrations and that this stone is meant for you.
After choosing your stone, the next step is to cleanse it. This is crucial because before reaching you, it has been handled by many people, each leaving a trace of their energy.
To cleanse it, place a small amount of sea salt in a glass or jar and bury the stone in it. Leave it for several hours or overnight, then rinse it under running water for a few minutes.
Proper storage is equally important. Do not keep it in direct sunlight or near heat sources such as stoves, radiators, or fireplaces. If exposed to sunlight, green amethyst will lose its color and turn into rock crystal.
Store it in a jewelry box where it is protected from light.
Green amethyst is especially suitable for people born under Aries and Sagittarius, as it helps them become more open-hearted. This stone can dispel negative thoughts, release fears, and ward off misfortune.
The zodiac signs it resonates with the most are Pisces, Sagittarius, Aries, and Aquarius.
Green amethyst acts as an amplifier of energies and enhances the vibrations of other minerals. If you wish to wear jewelry with green amethyst, keep in mind that it magnifies what is already in your heart and mind.
For kind and noble individuals, it helps them blossom and reach new levels of understanding. For artists, it brings inspiration and creative drive. However, if you harbor negative emotions such as envy or hatred, or if you are pessimistic or materialistic, those traits will also be amplified.
While wearing green amethyst jewelry, try to keep your thoughts positive. Do not get angry or narrow-minded, as those feelings will pass through the stone’s energy and return to you multiplied.
In jewelry, prasiolite should be paired with silver. When worn on the right hand, it boosts self-confidence. For calmness and meditation, wear it on the left.
It has the greatest effect when set in a silver cross, as this combination enhances its power several times. The cross shape combined with prasiolite’s energy helps you connect with your guardian angel. The owner of a cross with prasiolite will enjoy protection against negative influences, energy attacks, and curses.
When worn as a ring, green amethyst attracts wealth.
A bracelet with green amethyst ensures success and helps with good decision-making.
Earrings with green amethyst improve mood and bring happiness in personal life.
Green amethyst can easily be mistaken for peridot or green tourmaline. However, experienced gemologists can recognize its distinctive soft hue. Still, it is easy to confuse them, so the most reliable way to distinguish genuine green amethyst from a fake is by using special instruments that measure crystal density.
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