Natural AMETHYST (जामुनिया/कटेला)

Can Amethyst replace Neelam?

How to identify natural Amethyst?

Which metal is ideal for wearing Amethyst?

On which day should AMETHYST gemstone be worn?

AMETHYST ring should be worn on which finger?

WHAT IS AMETHYST(KATELA)?
ASTROLOGICAL BENEFITS OF AMETHYST?
Amethyst is a purple variety of the quartz mineral species, known for its beautiful colour and often used in jewelry, and is the birthstone for February.
Color: Amethyst’s color ranges from pale lilac to deep reddish purple.
1. Composition: It’s a type of quartz (silicon dioxide), and its purple hue is due to impurities of iron and other trace elements.
2. Hardness: Amethyst has a hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, making it relatively durable for jewelry.
3. Clarity: Most amethyst doesn’t have inclusions you can see without magnification.
4. Uses: Amethyst is used in jewelry, carvings, beads, and ornamental objects.
5. Metaphysical Beliefs: Amethyst is believed to bring peace, intuition, and spiritual growth.

6. Ancient Beliefs: In ancient times, amethyst was believed to prevent drunkenness and keep the wearer quick-witted.
7. Zodiac Signs: Amethyst is associated with the zodiac signs Aquarius and Pisces.
8. Wedding Anniversary Stone: Amethyst is the gemstone for the 6th and 17th wedding anniversaries.

FAQ
1. Can AMETHYST(KATELA) Ratan be worn in place Of Blue Sapphire (nilam)?
– Yes, AMETHYST is often used as a substitute for blue sapphire(nilam), particularly in astrological practices, due to its similar blue colour and affordability.

2. How to identify natural Amethyst?
– Natural – AMETHYST is rarely entirely transparent and often contains cloudy veils, bubbles, or inclusions.
– Fake – Some fake Amethyst’s, especially those made from glass, may have bubbles or be overly clear, which is unusual for natural Amethyst.

3. In which metal should the AMETHYST gemstone be worn?
– AMETHYST gemstones are often worn in GOLD, COPPER, PANCH DHATU, ASTHA DHATU, and SILVER also being a popular option.

4. On which day should AMETHYST gemstone be worn?
– SATURADY evening during the LABH OR SHUBH CHOGHDIYA.

5. AMETHYST ring should be worn on which finger?
– To maximize the benefits of a AMETHYST ring, it’s generally recommended to wear it on MIDDLE FINGER of your working hand, preferably in gold, silver, panchdhatu or ashthadhatu on a SATURADY evening during the labh or shubh choghdiya.