This is a beautiful larger AMETRINE Spirit Quartz Crystal cluster. Shown next to a US quarter coin for size comparison. Very energetic! It is purple Amethyst and deep golden yellow Citrine on Quartz - little Amethyst and Citrine crystals grew on top of and all over a piece of Quartz. You can see the Quartz "base" peeking out of the bottom, as well as some darker reddish orange Hematite inclusions here and there. Very sparkly! An excellent combination of stones! The base has been smoothed and cut to stand upright nicely, the rest of the specimen has been left natural. ALL formations are 100% natural.
It weighs about 3.1oz and measures approx. 2 1/2" inches long X 1 7/8" inches thick across the widest point X about 1 3/16" inches tall/thick at the thickest point (varies a bit throughout). Code-021324-144
Ametrine combines purple Amethyst and golden yellow/orange Citrine in the same stone. As such, it combines the qualities of both Citrine and Amethyst.
Ametrine energies are said to stimulate the intellect and rid the aura of negative energy. It is also said to be helpful for releasing stress, tension, and negative emotions, as well as in letting go of old emotional programming. It is said to promote balance and stability.
Ametrine is used as an aid in meditation, to boost psychic abilities, and to disperse negative energies.
Like amethyst, it is known for enhancing the ability to trust inner connections to the Divine and the Guidance received. It is a calming energy, bringing inner peace. This all contributes to its usefulness in divination.
In Crystal Healing, ametrine is said to be beneficial for addiction, OCD and compulsive behaviors, in stopping self abuse. It's used for headaches, to stimulate the immune system and for lung ailments. It is also said to help with digestive problems, such as colic, and other stomach pain.
Ametrine is associated with the Solar Plexus, Third Eye and Crown Chakras.
Spirit Quartz aka Cactus Quartz - Spirit Quartz is another variety of Fairy Quartz. Spirit Quartz is usually a wand-like point, or cluster of points, with a coating of smaller crystals growing on it.
Spirit Quartz has a soothing energy, which supports feelings of peace, calm and tranquility. It reminds us of the joy that may still to be found in life, even during times of great sorrow, pain or stress.
It is often used for dream work, shamanic journeying and in rebirthing rituals. During meditation, it helps you to focus your energy, clarify your intentions, and focus on what must be done in order to manifest what you need.
Because it is exceptionally calming, it is thought to be beneficial for someone in acute emotional pain or going through a prolonged illness. It is also used for protection and shielding from emotional assaults.
In Crystal Healing, Spirit Quartz is used to lesson pain, both physical and emotional pain. It is often used to boost the body's overall healing ability and bring in higher energies in order to support someone's life force, when they are weak. (The life force is also known as their chi, mana or prana.)
Spirit Quartz has a strong energy, calming, even as it invigorates. It is also used in detoxifying the body and tissues.
Some healers use it for PTSD, family trauma, obsessive disorders, liver and colon issues, skin problems and allergic reactions.
Spirit quartz is associated primarily with the Crown Chakra, but can be used on all of the Chakras.
Hematite (sometimes spelled Hemetite). Hematite is a must for anyone interested in working with crystals and stones. It is said to assist in grounding and calming and in manifesting Divine Light in your life. It deflects and dissolves negative energies.
Hematite is said to help one to 'sort things out' and can be used for memory enhancement, original thinking and technical knowledge. Hematite, especially in its natural crystalline form, is traditionally thought to bring peace, self-control and inner happiness.
It is a calming energy and is said to attract "kind" love and act as a stabilizing force.
In Crystal Healing, Hematite is used to calm the nerves, reduce pain, decrease insomnia, and to align the spine and speed the mending of broken bones. Some Indigenous healers used it for blood disorders.
Hematite is associated with the Root Chakra.
Native legends speak of crystal skulls as an inheritance from ancient times. Said to “talk and sing” they are believed to carry messages for all mankind, including what may be discovered when we overcome our fear of death.
