The Power of Purple Gemstones - 10 of the best

There are many reasons to love purple gemstones, it could simply be their sumptuous colors or it could be their renowned spiritual powers, either way there is a lot to be said for owning one.

Throughout history, the color purple has symbolized wealth, passion, power, royalty, luxury, ambition, magic, religion, and extravagance. This association may stem from the rarity of purple in nature, as well as its inherent beauty.

Gemstones are an intrinsic part of our environment and, just like the rare flowers, plants and fruits, finding a natural purple gemstone is very difficult.

Luckily Mother Nature has been kind enough to give us a few and let’s start with the king or queen of the purple gemstones the much-beloved and historical Amethyst.

Amethyst - February Birthstone

• Protection
• Purification
• Wards off nightmares
• Improves sleep

Charoite - A gift from Russia

• Unconditional Love
• Reduces Stress
• Regulates Blood Pressure
• Great Healing Properties

Kunzite - The Evening Stone

• Romantic Love
• Clears Negativity
• Soothes Anger
• Repairs Broken Hearts

Spinel - The August Birthstone

• Reduces Stress
• Brings joy to your life
• Boosts energy and enthusiasm
• Relieves PTSD

Sugilite - From Japan with Love

• Nurturing
• Generates positive energy
• Pain relief
• Helps cope with loss and grief

Rhodolite Garnet - January Birthstone

• Encourages compassion and kindness
• Stimulates Metabolism
• Boosts Heart and Lungs
• Inspirational

Purple Sapphire - September Birthstone

• Brings Wealth
• Eliminates Anxiety
• Helps Clear Thinking
• Eases Blood Related Disorders

Chalcedony - The Healing Stone

• Aids Mental Capacity
• Improves Communication
• Heals Blood and Circulatory System
• Helps with throat and neck problems.

Star Ruby - July Birthstone

• Protection
• Positive Energy
• Motivation
• Aphrodisiac

Purple and the Chakras

Chakras are energy centers positioned along the body which have an effect on your physical and mental well-being. Each Chakra point has a designated color and sphere of influence.

Purple gemstones generally have an ability to guide the Third Eye and Crown Chakras at the top of the body. If your Third Eye or Crown Chakras are blocked or out of alignment then a well placed purple gemstone or one held in the hand while meditating may unblock or re-align the Chakra.

For a more detailed look at Chakra Gemstones see our article here