The name comes from the Ancient Greek, “not intoxicated”, a reference to the belief that the stone protected its owner from drunkenness. 

Color:  Light slightly-pinkish violet to a deep grape purple

Metaphysical:  Amethyst is a powerful and protective stone. It guards against psychic attack, transmuting the energy into love and protecting the wearer from all types of harm. Amethyst is a natural tranquilizer, it relieves stress and strain, soothes irritability, balances mood swings, dispels anger, rage, fear and anxiety. Alleviates sadness and grief, and dissolves negativity. Amethyst encourages sobriety. It calms and stimulates the mind, helping you become more focused, enhancing memory and improving motivation. Encourages selflessness and spiritual wisdom.

Astrological sign:  Virgo, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, Pisces 

Primary Chakra:  Third Eye Chakra, Crown Chakra