Lovely cluster wire rapped Amethyst pendant with sheer ribbon necklace. Folklore, Legend, and Healing Properties: Chakras - Crown Chakra and Birthstone of February Amethyst is a powerful and protective stone. Amethyst calms and stimulates the mind, helping you become more focused, enhancing memory and improving motivation. Throughout history amethyst has been used to guard against drunkenness and is thought to be helpful in overcoming addiction. It has been used for insomnia, headaches and other pain. Some sources suggest it is used to stabilize mental disorders. Amethyst powers include, peace, love, spiritual upliftment, courage, and happiness.