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Amethyst
Attributes: Protection / Calming / Balancing / Transmutational.
Mohs hardness scale: 7.
There are many legends about Amethyst. The deep purple gemstone has been prized as a symbol of power, love, wealth and protection over the ages. The most well know colours of Amethyst are purple and violet however, Amethyst can occur in many other colour varieties including, pink and black and also many shades in between. Before the Amethyst mines in Brazil were discovered in the 1800’s, Amethyst was regarded as the most valuable of all gems and it was considered as rare as rubies, emeralds and sapphires.
In Ancient times, the colour purple signified power and royalty and cardinal status. Only royalty, nobility and the clergy were able to wear it. The British royal crown jewels feature a collection of Amethyst gems to this day.
The name Amethyst is derived from the Koine Greek word ‘Amethystas’ which means ‘not drunken’ or ‘to intoxicate’. This is a reference to the belief that the ancient Greeks believed that the stone could prevent them from alcohol intoxication. They used Amethyst gems in goblets as well as jewellery.
The Ancient Egyptians believed Amethyst protected them against negativity and feelings of guilt and fear. Amethyst gems have been found in many royal Egyptian tombs including that of King Tutankhamen.
Amethyst was considered by the ancients to be the most spiritual of gems. It is excellent to have in a room setting where you may wish to meditate or spend time in contemplation.
Geology: Amethyst is a variety of Quartz formed in the Earth from a combination of minerals, extreme heat and water, over 130 million years ago. It is found inside pyrogenic volcanic rocks commonly known as Basalts. Amethyst forms in fissures of volcanic rocks where there was once very hot volcanic lava, (50-250°c) silica enriched water, trace amounts (10-100ppm) of ferric iron (Fe3+).

Labradorite
Attributes: Calming / Intuitive / Strength / Aligning / Protective.
Mohs hardness scale:6 - 6.5.
Labradorite appears in various forms, in polished and un-polished finishes. It can display an iridescent effect in the light (Schiller). The price of Labradorite can vary. Its value increases according to the frequency and brightness of flashing, shimmering colours which reflect on the sides when light is directed at it. The flashes of colour can be iridescent blue, golden, lilac, pink, orange, red and grey. Not all pieces of Labradorite have a ‘Shiller’ effect after being polished. Some only have a couple of different colours scattered across the sides. The rarest pieces have a very distinct rainbow-coloured effects known as ‘Labradorescence’.
The ancients said it had magical protective properties and called it the stone of transformation. It was said to be ‘the bringer of light and inner vision’ and to deflects unwanted energies.
Geology: Labradorite is a calcium enriched feldspar mineral first identified in Labrador in Canada. Labradorite occurs in gneiss that has been produced through the metamorphism of Labradorite bearing igneous rocks. It is found in Sedimentary rocks that derived from the weathering of other rocks that contain Labradorite. It’s a mineral in the plagioclase series and it shares many properties of plagioclase minerals. Having a hardness between 6 and 6.5, Labradorite is the only mineral in the plagioclase series that exhibits strong Labradorescence.
Care must be taken not to get Labradorite wet. Water will remove the light mineral oil film on the surface of the stone, it will remove the shine and create a dual appearance and even a rough feel to the surface.

Pyrite
Attributes: Abundance / Protection / Well-being / Strength / Drive.
Mohs hardness scale: 6-6.5.
The mineral Pyrite is also known more commonly as ‘fool’s gold’. It has frequently been mistaken for real gold. It is a dazzling stone and has a metallic lustre, with a brassy colouring that is similar to yellow Gold. It can also come in more tarnished shades with lights black or green streaks in it. It can be found across the world, Peru, Namibia, Spain, Mexico, Canada, Italy, Kazakhstan and the USA. Pyrite is often considered to be a mineral rather than a metal. Some specimens can contain real gold which can vary the price dramatically.
Geology: Pyrite comes from the Cubic crystal system and is an iron Sulphide, one of the most abundant sulphide minerals. It forms in the Earth alongside other Sulphides or Oxides in Quartz Veins. Pyrite can often be found in mines alongside gold deposits and so it is found as both a primary mineral, present in the original sediments and as a secondary mineral deposited during diagenesis (physical and chemical changes in sediments caused by water-rock interactions). Pyrite is commonly found as an accessory mineral in Shale where it is formed by precipitation from anoxic seawater.
The word Pyrite comes from a Greek word ‘pyr’ meaning, stone which strikes fire. In Ancient Roman times, this name was given to a collection of stones that would create a spark when struck against steel. The Ancient Incas used Pyrite tablets as mirrors due to its reflective nature. It has been used in jewellery for thousands of years. The ancients believed wearing Pyrite would be good for the entire body system.
As Pyrite has a high Iron content, avoid putting it into contact with water or liquids as it may lead to rusting or changes in colour. Keep it dry.

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Precious and semi-precious gemstones have been used throughout history as an aid to healing. However, crystals, gems and rocks must not be used as an alternative to conventional medicine. They are not to be used as a prescription, diagnosis or treatment. The information supplied is not medical in its origin.

Labradorite freeform: Approx. Size: 90mm h x 70mm w x 30mm d
Amethyst Geode Freeform: Approx. Size: 70mm h x 80mm w x 65mm d
Pyrite sphere: Approx. Diameter: 50mm.

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