Amethyst Clusters Druze Cabs (Uruguay) ñ Representative of the famous Amethyst-producing region from which they come, these beautiful Amethyst Druze Cabs from Uruguay have small, dark, "Grape Juice" colored crystals on a thin matrix.
A popular purple-colored variety of quartz that contains manganese, Amethyst usually grows in geodes, which are hollow rocks with crystal-filled interiors. The surface of the interior is called "Druze," a natural layer of crystals formed on the crust of a mineral. We call them "Cabs" because these small pieces remind us of cabochons, and would make beautiful jewelry.
Amethyst can encourage inner strength and relieve stress. A popular metaphysical stone, Amethyst is very powerful and protective. Known as the "stone of sobriety," Amethyst was used in ancient times to recover from both physical addictions as well as addictive relationships.
The strong healing powers of Amethyst can transmute lower vibrations to higher frequencies, transforming negative energy to love energy. Amethyst connects the physical plane with higher realm, making it a good choice when working with the Third Eye Chakra. Amethyst provides a wonderful peaceful energy for meditations, and helps with developing intuition and psychic abilities.
Amethyst also opens and activates the Crown Chakra, allowing easier access to the divine. Amethyst enhances spiritual awareness and wisdom, and promotes a higher state of consciousness. Amethyst clears and repairs holes in the aura and draws in Divine energy, as well as aligning and fostering cooperation between the energy bodies.
