Crystal: Phantom Amethyst
Source: Brazil
Weight: 225g
Form: Diamond
Best known for: Spiritual transformation | Insight into past growth | Connection to higher consciousness
Chakra: Third Eye, Crown (also harmonises Heart energy when used for emotional healing)
Use + Metaphysical properties:
Phantom Amethyst is a captivating stone that embodies the energy of growth, renewal, and spiritual evolution. Each phantom within the crystal represents an earlier stage of formation — a “ghost” crystal captured within the next — symbolising life’s layers of transformation and continuous spiritual progress.
Energetically, Phantom Amethyst encourages self-reflection, healing from the past, and acceptance of change. It helps release old emotional patterns and brings clarity during times of transition. The deep violet tones of amethyst amplify intuition, meditation, and protection, while the phantom inclusions remind the soul that each experience adds depth to one’s spiritual journey.
It is a beautiful companion for meditation, shadow work, and personal growth, connecting you to your higher self and helping integrate lessons from the past into present awareness.
Chemical composition: Silicon Dioxide (SiO₂)
Mohs Hardness: 7
Geological Formation:
Phantom Amethyst forms through interrupted crystal growth within quartz-bearing hydrothermal veins. During its creation, the crystal’s growth pauses due to shifts in temperature or mineral-rich fluid composition, allowing trace minerals (such as hematite, chlorite, or goethite) to settle on the crystal faces. When growth resumes, new layers of amethyst quartz encapsulate the earlier crystal form, preserving the “phantom” outline inside.
This geological process can occur multiple times, creating stunning, multi-layered internal formations that record the crystal’s geological history over millions of years. Notable deposits are found in Brazil, Madagascar, Zambia, and Namibia.
Feng Shui:
In Feng Shui, Phantom Amethyst is a stone of transformation and spiritual clarity, ideal for spaces where growth, healing, and reflection are encouraged.
- Place in the Knowledge & Spiritual Growth (Northeast) area to support wisdom and meditation.
- Use in bedrooms or healing spaces to promote emotional release and restful introspection.
- In the Career (North) or Centre (Health) sectors, Phantom Amethyst helps clear stagnation and refresh personal energy.
Its layered structure symbolises the unfolding of life’s journey, making it a powerful addition to any sacred space, meditation altar, or energy grid focused on renewal and higher awareness.