Crystals

Amethyst

Energy

Receptive

Planets

Jupiter, Neptune

Element

Water

Powers

Dreams, overcoming alcoholism, healing, psychism, peace, love, protection against thieves, courage, happiness.

Magical uses

Worn as an amulet it protects travellers against thieves, harm, sickness and danger.

It is a spiritual stone, with absolutely no negative side effects.

Amethyst is a "love stone".  It attracts women to men and is often exchanges between partners to strengthen ("crystallise") their love.

It is often worn during meditation.  A piece set before a white candle and a censer burning an incense such as sandalwood is conducive to meditational practices.