1”-1.25” stone Spirituality and Contentment” Amethysts are known to have a wonderful soothing and relaxing effect on all people in its vicinity. It calms fears, lifts spirits, raises hope, helps to control negative thoughts as well as soothing anger and impatience. With these properties it is a wonderful addition to a room or work area where one may have to deal with unhappy, awkward or unkind visitors. Known as “change stone” it holds trans mutational energies allowing and assisting opening gateways into intense and transformational spiritual experiences. It is said to be able to bring about any type of change in your life or consciousness in a calm and soothing manner; breaking up old emotional thought processes it even assists in grounding in your psychic health where major change is required. When worn, it will ward off guilt and self-deception, assisting in overcoming addictions, and curb overindulges. Quickening the mind, Amethyst promotes shrewdness and gives victory in business matters, bestowing good judgement, and lending courage to the wearer. It is a powerful amulet for travelers both physical and psychic, protecting against thieves, sickness, danger, harm and, protection from black magic as well as psychic attacks. It promotes an understanding of the spiritual reality behind our lives, and protects against the dangers of the journey.