Amethyst Oval Thumb Stone

For restless hands and a busy mind. An amethyst thumb stone, about 35 × 45 mm.

Something for your thumb when your thoughts won't stop.

Thumb stones, also called worry stones, have a shallow dip for your thumb to rub back and forth, and people have kept smooth stones this way for a very long time. This one is amethyst, the crystal-tradition stone of calm, purple with white bands.

The story

One gem legend says Saint Valentine wore an amethyst ring engraved with Cupid. The story gives the purple stone a place in the lore of affection, alongside the quieter meanings crystal lovers often give it today.

Carrying it your way

Keep it on your desk or in a pocket. On a call that's going in circles, rub the groove slowly a few times; it gives your hands something to do besides checking your phone.

Details

• Stone: Amethyst
• Five elements: Fire · Find your element
• Size: About 35 × 45 mm
• Birthday bracelets: Amethyst is in our All Fire bracelet · Find yours
• One purple oval thumb stone.
• See also: All Fire Birthday Bracelet · 12mm

Each stone varies a little in color and pattern.