This is a beautiful Amethyst "bouquet" or spray formation, but what makes it extra special are the delicate RUTILES throughout some of the points! The stone itself is from India, and has been here charging with Synergy for 18+ years. Shown next to a US quarter coin for size comparison.
This particular deposit in India is known for "flower" formations, however this is more of a bouquet! It has rich purple coloring with subtle darker purple. The individual crystals in the formation have very interesting physical textures, surface etchings/patterns, and shapes to them.
This is a natural formation and as such a variety of physical textures are present. ALL formations and inclusions are 100% natural parts of the crystal.
It weighs about 1.7oz and measures about 2 1/16" inches long by 1 3/8" inches wide across the widest point by about 1" inch thick at the thickest point (varies a bit throughout). Code-081424-4
Amethyst is a stabilizing energy, thought to assist in learning to trust your connection to the Divine and acknowledge the Guidance received.
It brings calm, inner peace, courage and balance. In this way, it can be useful in divination.
It also supports and assists in stopping self abuse. It has often been used as protection for travelers.
Amethyst is also associated with Angels and is an excellent stone for meditation or dream work and past life work. It has been used to protect against psychic attacks, but is not as effective alone, as when used with other protection stones.
Amethyst has also been used to help ease the pain of grief. It is reputed to be useful when working through money issues and legal problems.
It’s also been called a stone of prosperity and abundance.
In Crystal Healing, Amethyst is said to beneficial when overcoming any kind of addiction, compulsive behaviors and OCD.
It is associated with the Third Eye and Crown Chakra.
Rutilated Quartz Crystals - Rutiles or Rutilations are growths inside of a crystal that look like tiny golden hairs or wheat colored "needles." Some people call these growths "Angel Hair" and believe that they support spiritual growth, increased awareness and a stronger conscious connection to ones Guide. Highly prized for their healing energies, these crystals are used by Indigenous healers to balance energy and repel negative energies and entities.
It is also thought to ease transitions and stabilize relationships and marriages, by supporting self-reliance, emotional healing and emotional balance.
This type of crystal is also thought to bring emotional strength and stability, as well as enhance calm reasoning.
Rutiliated quartz is a good choice when meditating on the root cause of an issue or ailment.
In Crystal Healing, it has been used to lessen depression and fear, and assist with decision-making.
It is believed to support the immune system and the body's ability to heal. It is also used for respiratory and lung issues.
Rutilated Quartz is associated with the Solar Plexus 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.