Ametrine: A marriage of dark and light
My mother is a gem collector, going on decades. Not as a healer or anything, she has always just loved her jewels. Thanks to her, I could tell you about nearly any gemstone known to man, and probably show you one from her collection. One of the gems I have always found most fascinating is called the ametrine. It is actually two stones in one, amethyst and citrine, blending perfectly together yet retaining the individual colors of each gemstone. Some claim that the stone has been known of since the time of the conquistadors in Central America, yet it has only been readily available in world gem markets since the 1970s.
Most of us who work with crystals in a metaphysical sense are well acquainted with the properties of amethyst, particularly its use as a healing stone. It is known to promote both spiritual and physical wellbeing, peace, and psychic awareness. In ancient times, it was even believed to be a cure for drunkeness, though I would not recommend this personally lol. The deep royal purple tones of the amethyst suggest to us subconsciously a more evolved spiritual mindset, yet even in its rich darkness it soothes us. I often associate amethyst with the deep earth energies of the goddess Nerthus.
Citrine also is a common gemstone most have heard of, but may know less about its individual properties. The bright golden and yellow tones inevitably have led many to connect citrine with the various solar divinities. It is also known as a healing, normalizing stone, yet in a more revitalizing sense. It is a stone of light and warmth, which transmits vital energy and warmth to the wearer. It is a gem which can be helpful to the anxiety prone or sensitive person who needs a dose of inner strength and confidence. I often associate citrine energy with that of the god Freyr or the goddess Freyja, both solar oriented Vanir deities.
In a single stone or crystal, the ametrine provides a double whammy of healing energy and promotes personal well being. I see the ametrine as a union of opposing forces, dark and light, god and goddess, chaos and harmony. To me it is a zen like energy, almost comparable to that held within the yin/yang symbol. In my opinion, this balance and blending of energy is what makes ametrine such a potent healers stone.
It seems we sometimes have a tendency to seperate these opposing forces into a dualistic system, refusing to acknowledge either or sides of light or our sides of shadow. The idea of light workers, dark sorcerers, or chaos magicians all illustrate this process of dualism within practice. In my own views, this focusing entirely on one perceived side or another can be detrimental to the process of healing and finding well being, and the ametrine for me is a potent reminder of this.
Ametrine can be used for a variety of both physical and spiritual benefits.
Citrine also is a common gemstone most have heard of, but may know less about its individual properties. The bright golden and yellow tones inevitably have led many to connect citrine with the various solar divinities. It is also known as a healing, normalizing stone, yet in a more revitalizing sense. It is a stone of light and warmth, which transmits vital energy and warmth to the wearer. It is a gem which can be helpful to the anxiety prone or sensitive person who needs a dose of inner strength and confidence. I often associate citrine energy with that of the god Freyr or the goddess Freyja, both solar oriented Vanir deities.
In a single stone or crystal, the ametrine provides a double whammy of healing energy and promotes personal well being. I see the ametrine as a union of opposing forces, dark and light, god and goddess, chaos and harmony. To me it is a zen like energy, almost comparable to that held within the yin/yang symbol. In my opinion, this balance and blending of energy is what makes ametrine such a potent healers stone.
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It seems we sometimes have a tendency to seperate these opposing forces into a dualistic system, refusing to acknowledge either or sides of light or our sides of shadow. The idea of light workers, dark sorcerers, or chaos magicians all illustrate this process of dualism within practice. In my own views, this focusing entirely on one perceived side or another can be detrimental to the process of healing and finding well being, and the ametrine for me is a potent reminder of this.
Ametrine can be used for a variety of both physical and spiritual benefits.
- to lessen anxiety and depression, equalize emotional states
- boost of self confidence and vitality in difficult situations
- promotes level headed interactions with others
- great for long term healing and rehabilitation after long illness, surgery, or injury
- balancing energy during transitional biological periods, such as puberty or menopause
And let's not forget, as my mother would probably readily admit, It's just a beautiful reminder of the wonders of this world we live on!
In Frith
Cena
I've always thought Ametrine was beautiful. I used to be an avid collector years ago but it's been a long time since I've added anything. I'll have to check if I have one.
ReplyDeleteVelody, I've always loved the stone as well. I know we have some set in jewelry but would really like to get myself a larger rough specimen for energy work.
ReplyDeleteIt's only been readily available recently because it's mined in Bolivia! Most "ametrine" is actually heat-treated amethyst, usually from factories somewhere in Asia. Real, natural ametrine is mostly only to be gotten in Bolivia, but there are small mines in India and Brazil. Be sure that you're getting real ametrine.
ReplyDeleteThat's a good point L, one does have to be very careful about getting the real thing versus a treated stone, its a pain. I'm not one who really prescribes to the notion that man made products are somehow less effective in a metaphysical sense, however I do think that it is important when working with crystals specifically. =)
ReplyDeleteI got an ametrine pendulum yeahs ago and I adore it. Yay for giving the stone more love! Though now I am going to be more cautious whenever I see it for sale.
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I would love to have an ametrine pendulum, it sounds amazing Soli! And yea you defo have to be cautious nowadays about any stone. I had a friend who purchased a ring from his fiancee for about two grand from a jewelry store. It closed down and when he tried to sell it when the relationship ended, a jeweler appraising it discovered it was a cubic zirconia!
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