Keywords: Shielding ~ Spiritual Awareness
Hardness: 7
Zodiac: Aquarius, Pisces, Virgo
Chakra: Crown, Third Eye
Planet: Jupiter, Neptune, Uranus
Element: Air, Water
Locations Found: Brazil, South Africa, Uruguay
Tarot Card: The High Priestess
Keywords: Shielding ~ Spiritual Awareness
Hardness: 7
Zodiac: Aquarius, Pisces, Virgo
Chakra: Crown, Third Eye
Planet: Jupiter, Neptune, Uranus
Element: Air, Water
Locations Found: Brazil, South Africa, Uruguay
Tarot Card: The High Priestess
Banded Amethyst, also known as Chevron Amethyst, is formed with bands of quartz or milky quartz, and these bands increase the innate qualities of the amethyst. Banded Amethyst combines the protective and purifying qualities of Amethyst with the clarity and amplifying qualities of Quartz. It is believed to enhance intuition, psychic abilities, and spiritual awareness, making it an excellent stone for meditation and spiritual practices. Banded Amethyst is also known to promote emotional balance and mental clarity, helping to relieve stress, anxiety, and negative thought patterns. It is a powerful tool for connecting with higher states of consciousness and spiritual realms, and for accessing guidance and insight from the divine.
In ancient Greece, it was believed to protect against drunkenness and intoxication, and was often carved into drinking vessels. In medieval Europe, it was worn as a symbol of royalty and spiritual power, and was believed to protect against evil and enhance intelligence.
Banded Amethyst is a beautiful combination of Amethyst and White Quartz, forming bands of purple and white or purple and clear crystal. It is formed by the deposition of layers of Amethyst and Quartz in cavities of volcanic rocks or geodes. The bands are created by variations in the conditions under which the minerals crystallized, with the colors often appearing in distinctive swirling patterns. The purple color of Amethyst is caused by the presence of iron and manganese impurities in the quartz crystal.
Banded Amethyst works well with other stones that promote spiritual growth and awareness, such as Clear Quartz, Celestite, and Moldavite. It is also a powerful combination with grounding stones such as Black Tourmaline and Hematite, helping to balance spiritual energies with practical, physical energies. Banded Amethyst can also be used in combination with other stones for specific purposes, such as Rose Quartz for emotional healing or Citrine for abundance and prosperity.
