Meteoric Amethyst (Canadian)
Science & Origin Of Meteoritic Amethyst
Meteoritic Amethyst is a variety of Amethyst that forms in cleavage shards, prismatic crystals, and druzy clusters on a matrix. The majority of the pieces range from dark purple to violet and lavender in color, while some pieces can have green inclusions of Prasiolite, making this combination a variety of Canadian Amegreen. This stone can be found in the Greater Sudbury area of Ontario, Canada, as well as the area in and around Thunder Bay, in the northwest part of Lake Superior.
Meteor Formation
The formation of Amethyst in this part of Canada was made possible by a meteorite or comet impact that occurred around 2 billion years ago. The size of the space rock is believed to be 6.2 miles-9.3 miles wide and has created what is now known as the Sudbury Basin. This is the third largest impact crater on Earth, and also the oldest, with rocks and particles ejected over 500 miles away. Pieces of debris can be seen in geological records as far away as the state of Minnesota. The Sudbury Basin allowed many minerals to form, which would not have been possible by restructuring the geology and surface of this specific area and allowing crystals to grow and prosper in the newly formed space. Most minerals in this area have a record of how they were formed, such as crystallized seams in the bedrock of the matix or impurities of rare elements such as gold, silver, platinum, palladium, rhodium, iridium, and ruthenium.
Meaning & Energy
Meteoritic Amethyst embodies the intense energy from both the impact and the ancient earth, making it an extraordinary tool for transformation and higher consciousness. The Amethyst enhances spiritual awareness, deepens meditation practices, and facilitates connection to universal energies. It is particularly revered for its ability to clear negative energies and foster a space of tranquility where the mind can explore new dimensions of thought and emotion. The meteoritic influence on this Amethyst not only adds to its mystical properties but also serves as a symbol of resilience and renewal, illustrating how cosmic forces can shape and enrich the Earth’s natural beauty.
