Amethyst . A member of the quartz family, amethysts with intense, rich purple shades have long been considered the most ...

Bliss Crystals has published "Purple Crystal Names and Their Healing Properties Explained," a comprehensive guide exploring the historical significance and healing properties of purple crystals. The ...

In incandescent light, it is red or purple. The gem takes its name from ... The animals form the gem as a natural defense to keep irritants – such as a parasite or grains of sand – from ...