NOTE : Sample photos show 10mm beads.

This variety of Amethyst is cheaper because it is opaque. Color will range from purple to dark purple. Amethyst usually occur with Quartz. That’s why you’ll often see visible white veins/inclusions running across the Amethyst beads. Quartz has the distinction of giving off white veins/inclusions in Amethyst crystals.

MEANING OF TURTLE BACK / TORTOISE DZI (GOOD HEALTH, LONGEVITY, SUCCESS)

Tortoise / Turtle Back Dzi ensures longevity in good health. The turtle-back motif Dzi is for cultivating good health, leading to longevity, strengthening determination in work accomplishment and offers support and backing in career. It renders protection from sickness caused by spirits & gives bodily protection. It is believed that the turtle back Dzi bead is able to protect the wearer from sickness and diseases. Furthermore, the bead is believed to be able to promote good health and speedy recovery from sickness.

METAPHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF AMETHYST

Amethyst is a semi precious gemstone that possesses the strongest spiritual energy and has the power to calm the mind and emotions, creating a sense of peace. This crystal is a remarkable and most effective stone to use for meditation and concentration which helps to enhance clarity of thought and reduce anger, anxiety, stress and depression. Amethyst also stimulates the intellectual and creative side of you. Very powerful for people who suffer sleepless nights or for those with disturbing dreams and nightmares.