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Amethyst was used as a gemstone by the [[Egyptian religion|ancient Egyptians]] and was largely employed in antiquity for intaglio engraved gems. | Amethyst was used as a gemstone by the [[Egyptian religion|ancient Egyptians]] and was largely employed in antiquity for intaglio engraved gems. | ||
The ancient Greeks believed amethyst gems could prevent intoxication, while medieval European soldiers wore amethyst | The ancient Greeks believed amethyst gems could prevent intoxication, while medieval European soldiers wore amethyst [[amulet]]s as protection in battle in the belief that amethysts heal people and keep them cool-headed. In the Middle Ages, it was considered a symbol of royalty and used to decorate English regalia. Beads of amethyst were found in Anglo-Saxon graves in England. | ||
In the Old World, amethyst was considered one of the cardinal gems, in that it was one of the five gemstones considered precious above all others, until large deposits were found in Brazil. | In the Old World, amethyst was considered one of the cardinal gems, in that it was one of the five gemstones considered precious above all others, until large deposits were found in Brazil. | ||
==Spiritual meanings== | ==Spiritual meanings== | ||
The meaning of amethyst varies from time to time and culture, which is why amethyst has different meanings in Feng Shui and focuses on increasing wealth. In ancient China, it was also used as a powerful tool to remove negative energies and drive away the hazards of daily life. Tibetans consider amethyst sacred to the Buddha and make prayer beads from it. | The meaning of amethyst varies from time to time and culture, which is why amethyst has different meanings in Feng Shui and focuses on increasing wealth. In ancient China, it was also used as a powerful tool to remove negative energies and drive away the hazards of daily life. Tibetans consider amethyst sacred to the [[Buddhism|Buddha]] and make prayer beads from it. | ||
Anglican bishops wear an episcopal ring often set with an amethyst, an allusion to the description of the Apostles as "not drunk" at Pentecost in Acts 2:15. | Anglican bishops wear an episcopal ring often set with an amethyst, an allusion to the description of the Apostles as "not drunk" at Pentecost in Acts 2:15. | ||