We are absolutely enthralled with the red phantom and epidote quartz crystals and clusters from Xichang mine in the Sichuan Province of China. Visually and energetically they are very complex. Vivid red phantoms grace the interior of the crystals which range from ice clear to frosty white. Green epidote emerges from the crystals, a very striking counterpoint to the red phantoms. These crystals are very strong in the root chakra promoting balance and harmony from your very core. It helps one to promote flexibility and stability. They help one to care for themselves, to feel secure, balanced and in the moment. They help you to work past persistent health issues and working all the way down to the cellular level. To this end they can assist to counter the abnormal growth patterns that cause tumors, fibroids, and other abnormal growth masses. They also work to break through negative behaviors, in particular breaking the habit of finding constant comfort in food. The main work is from the strength of the energy of the red phantoms; however the epidote supports and boosts this energy, and supports healing on all levels.

Completely unusual, this beautiful formation doesn't have the expected blood red phantoms that you usually see in these specimens.  Instead the hematite phantoms are a dark deep violet that almost makes you think this piece is amethyst on first glance.  This means that the hematite is just beginning to oxidize to turn red, giving the hematite a purply cast.  There is an overlay growing on some of the crystals which changes the color of the hematite from a silvery grey purple uncovered to a deep eggplant purple under the overlay.  Covered in self healings, this one has the energy of a catalyst.  The changes you have been wanting and needing to make will be much easier once you put this beauty to work manifesting those needs.

The formation measures 2.8" x 1.9" x 1.1" and weighs 2.3oz.

Phantom quartz crystals are said to help one understand the various stages in life that we all evolve thru, and they are said to be an excellent tool for meditation and for remembrance of past lives. Phantom quartz is especially good for children, assisting them with learning to meditate. Use phantom quartz during stressful periods, or periods of change to facilitate a more peaceful transition. It is also an excellent stone for assisting with healing from abuse issues. It helps one to see the progress in healing, and identify patterns.

Amethyst is said to bring serenity and calm, to enhance one's ability to assimilate new ideas, and to assist during meditation. It is also said to give strength and mental stability, and to provide balance between one's physical, emotional, intellectual states. Amethyst is also said to make one shrewd in business matters. Amethyst is said to help remove toxins from the body and to help treat arthritis. It also said to be useful in treating a number of disorders including those of the digestive system, heart, nervous system, skin and hearing and to help provide relief from pain and to strengthen the immune system.

Amethyst may be used to remove radiation the body stores on the sides of the head...such as from computers and such. Geodes of Amethyst are particularly good for this, just place the head next to it; you will then feel the radiation being drawn out. Place on the 3rd eye and visualize yourself breathing in the color for total mental emotional soothing. It's a very good technique to do in bed before going to sleep. It is an amazing all round healer and also a brilliant meditation crystal. Amethyst can be used for massage in wand, egg or sphere form. It makes a great elixir.

Epidote is a stone of increase. Epidote has a tendency to increase anything it touches, whether the thing it touches is energy or a material object. It is a stone that enhances emotional and spiritual growth. It cleanses repressed emotions once and for all. It opens the way for those who have denied spiritual growth, and those drawn to epidote are being rocked forcefully into spiritual awakening. Epidote also clears the emotional body aura. It stimulates perception, participation and interaction as well as personal power. It also dispels criticalness and close-mindedness. Epidote is also said to promote patience. In the physical realm, it is used to stimulate the immune system, aid digestion, support all healing, and stop panic attacks.