Amethyst Cluster Cut Base - Natural Amethyst - AA from Uruguay - Self standing - Dark Purple, photos show both with and without flash - You will receive the exact crystal shown, it is one of one Associations Zodiacs:   Capricorn, Pisces, Aquarius, Virgo Planets:   Jupiter, Neptune Elements:   Water, Air Birthstone:   February Physical Characteristics Hardness:   7 Mineral Species:   Quartz Chemical Formula:   Silicon Dioxide (SiO2) Lustre:   Vitreous Amethyst is a member of the quartz family and can help purify and protect both the physical and spiritual bodies. In meditation this stone helps one to still their thoughts and expand into higher states of consciousness. It is beneficial in sleep and dream work, bringing one into a pleasant dream state. Amethyst strongly enhances perception which can awaken inner wisdom and greater understanding.