Amethyst beads have "royal" colors ranging from pale lilac, purple, to mauve or bluish violet. Amethyst, the transparent purple quartz, has had historical importance as a symbol of power —in British & Egyptian royalty.
Amethyst is believed to help calm fears & stress, dispel both doubts and negativity, relieves depression, promotes good judgement, & induces vivid dreams. It is also thought to increase mental powers and draw pure & true emotional love.