Smoky Quartz/Amethyst Scepter with Lepidachrosite & Hematite, from Lusaka, Zambia, 37 grams

This rather special Scepter is a mix of Clear Quartz, Smoky Quartz and Amethyst. It has inclusions of Lepidachrosite, and Hematite. When you look at some of the pictures, you may see little inclusions of red or hair like strands, those are the Hematite and Lepidachrosite. Scepter quartzes are crystals in which a secondary growth grew on top of another quartz crystal. In a classic scepter quartz crystal, the younger crystal is larger than the first crystal, or "stem". This lovely specimen also has a crystal "arm" growing off of the main crystal. It reminds us of a Saguaro Cactus. Dimensions: 2.44"x1.15"x0.80", 37 grams. Location: Lusaka Zambia. Sku: 20F1552.

Smoky Quartz dissolves negative energies as well as mental and emotional blockages.  It is an excellent grounding and protection stone, providing for an encompassing barrier of energy around the user.  It is a “stone of cooperation” stimulating the unification of energies directed towards the same goal.  It promotes personal pride and joy in living.

Amethyst is a “stone of spirituality and contentment”, which is useful in meditation, transforming lower energies to higher vibrations.  It bestows stability, strength, invigoration, dignity, and peace.  It assists in freeing one from addictions, and is useful in the treatment of disorders of the nervous system, digestive tract, heart, stomach, skin, and teeth. It ameliorates insomnia and pain, especially headaches.