Amethyst pendant - amethyst faceted marquise pendant 14

Amethyst pendant - amethyst faceted marquise pendant 14 Amethyst faceted marquise pendant set in sterling silver clean and simple design setting. Marquise is an elliptical shape with pointed ends. Approximate size 3.5cm. Generic photograph

Marquise cut is also sometimes called navette meaning a French little ship.

Amethyst
Variety of quartz found as crystals or masses. Its classic purple colour is due to manganese and iron inclusions. Also found almost black (rare), purple/white banded chevron amethyst and green amethyst coloured by mineral inclusions (prasiolite).
Common source: worldwide, Brazil, Uruguay, South Africa, Madagascar, India
Astrological associations; Pisces, Virgo, Aquarius, Capricorn
Chakra; crown
Crystal qualities; Crystal healers believe that amethyst can help with many types of addictive behaviour, anger, good for detox, cleansing, toxins, re-energising, chastity, calms passion, emotional energy, grief, homesickness, insomnia, headaches, calming, nervousness, tension, negotiation skills, over-sensitivity, third eye, purification for ceremonies, meditation. Connects to Reiki, spirituality, spirit contact, Physical, emotional and mental balance. Aura, protection, coping with responsibility, decisions, wealth, business success, temperament, flow, moving forward in life, change, magnifies the energy of other crystals, helps relieve stress - the underlying cause of dis-ease, public speaking, bad posture, self-esteem, fight or flight response, the heart centre giving an inner strength.