Rich Purple, Excellent quality Amethyst Mala Beads with crystal markers, and real Amethyst Guru Bead. Traditional 8mm beads.|n|Different colors of Quartz Crystal are found in every corner of the earth. |n||n|Amethyst is part of the quartz family, and mined in Brazil, Canada, Africa and Sri Lanka. The purple color ranges from a lavender to a deep violet. Worn and treasured by the ancient Egyptians, English Royalty and even by the Pope. |n|In the healing community, Amethyst is associated with the appeasement of anger, anxiety and detoxification. Purple, end of the color spectrum, and is considered a ""master healing stone"" evoking spiritual awareness as well as physical and mental healing. In the Feng Shui tradition, purple is ""Yin"" and the color of royalty.|n||n|Amethyst, the traditional birthstone for the month of February. As with all gemstones, the rich, deep colors have always been rare. Designers celebrate Amethyst as the idea choice for jewelry because of its regal color, variety of sizes and shapes, affordability, and wide tonal range, from light to dark purple. It is our favorite mala, contemporary.|n||n|Your choice of 6mm or 8mm- calibrated beads imported, and then hand strung in the US. All malas with tassels have a 30 day guarantee to protect from breakage. Complimentary Silk Mala Bag included!|n||n|