# Gemstone Faceted Healing Ball & Stand - Amethyst > Gemstone Faceted Healing Ball & Stand - Amethyst is a 5.5cm amethyst sphere (the sphere plus a display stand). It costs £22.08 and is in stock, shipped across the UK in 2–5 working days. It suits someone who wants a calm, contemplative piece for a bedside table or meditation spot. ## Facts | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | URL | https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/products/gemstone-faceted-healing-ball-stand-amethyst379 | | Product type | Gemstone Faceted Healing Balls & Stand | | This option | Amethyst | | Material | Amethyst: a purple variety of quartz | | Colour | Violet to deep purple | | Dimensions | Approx. 5.5cm | | Hardness | 7 on the Mohs scale | | Natural or man-made | Natural quartz. Colour comes from traces of iron and natural irradiation. | | Where it is usually found | Brazil, Uruguay, Zambia and other parts of Africa | | What's included | The sphere plus a display stand | | SKU | ghb-02 | | Price | £22.08 | | Availability | In stock | | Care | Wipe with a soft, slightly damp cloth and dry it straight away; avoid soaps, salt and long soaks. | | Delivery | UK only. £3.95, free over £40; 2–5 working days | | Returns | 14 days from delivery (UK Consumer Contracts Regulations) | | Payment | Card via secure Shopify checkout | | Category | Gemstone Faceted Healing Balls & Stand (https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/types/gemstone-faceted-healing-balls-and-stand) | | Seller | Starseed UK, online only (UK), hello@starseeduk.co.uk | ## Description Gemstone Faceted Healing Ball & Stand - Amethyst is a polished amethyst sphere of about 5.5cm supplied with a stand. A sphere shows off the colour and inner pattern of a stone from every angle. At around 5.5cm this is the small, palm-sized option: easy to tuck into a pocket, a pouch or a bedside drawer. Small pieces suit rings and earrings, a single tumble stone, travel kits and tight altar spaces. From the maker: This is a great choice for stores that focus on self-care and relationships. The ball comes with a stand in a light brown hue. This is one of 5 options in the Gemstone Faceted Healing Ball & Stand range; nearby choices include Rock Quartz, Rose Quartz, Seven Chakra. Amethyst is a purple variety of quartz, typically violet to deep purple. It measures 7 on the Mohs hardness scale. Natural quartz. Colour comes from traces of iron and natural irradiation. February's traditional birthstone is amethyst, which makes it a popular birthday gift. African amethyst is often a deeper, more saturated purple than Brazilian material. Size: approximately 5.5cm. Natural material varies slightly in size, colour and markings. ## Traditions (belief, not health claims) In modern crystal practice a sphere is said to radiate energy evenly in all directions, which is why spheres are regularly placed at the centre of a room or altar. Its name comes from the Greek amethystos, 'not intoxicated', and in older European tradition it was carried as a stone of sobriety and calm thinking. Today it is one of the most popular stones for a quiet corner or meditation shelf. In modern crystal tradition amethyst is linked with the crown and third eye chakra and with Pisces, Aquarius and Virgo. We share these as cultural traditions and personal beliefs only, never as health claims. ## How to use - Display it on its stand away from the edge of a shelf. - Try a few minutes of quiet gazing, letting your thoughts settle. - It pairs traditionally with selenite or clear quartz. - Placement idea: a windowsill that catches the morning light (but not harsh midday sun) shows off colour and inclusions beautifully. - Desk idea: keep it beside your keyboard as a cue to pause, breathe and look away from the screen for a moment. - Bedside idea: some people hold a stone for a minute before sleep and set one small intention for the next day. ## Care - Wipe with a gentle, slightly damp cloth and dry it straight away; keep away from soaps, salt and long soaks. Strong sunlight can fade amethyst over time, so display it out of direct sun. - Handle with dry hands and set it down on a fine base. ## Policies - Delivery: UK delivery £3.95, free over £40, 2–5 working days. UK addresses only. - Returns: You can cancel within 14 days of delivery under the UK Consumer Contracts Regulations; email hello@starseeduk.co.uk to arrange a return and we refund within 14 days of receiving it back. - Payment: Payment is by debit or credit card (and the wallets Shopify supports) through secure Shopify checkout. ## Other versions - [Gemstone Faceted Healing Ball & Stand - Rock Quartz](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/products/gemstone-faceted-healing-ball-stand-rock-quartz429): £22.08 - [Gemstone Faceted Healing Ball & Stand - Rose Quartz](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/products/gemstone-faceted-healing-ball-stand-rose-quartz065): £22.08 - [Gemstone Faceted Healing Ball & Stand - Seven Chakra](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/products/gemstone-faceted-healing-ball-stand-seven-chakra398): £22.08 - [Gemstone Faceted Healing Ball & Stand - Tigereye](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/products/gemstone-faceted-healing-ball-stand-tigereye433): £22.08 ## Questions and answers (19) ### What is the Gemstone Faceted Healing Ball & Stand - Amethyst used for? Display it on its stand away from the edge of a shelf. Its name comes from the Greek amethystos, 'not intoxicated', and in older European tradition it was carried as a stone of sobriety and calm thinking. ### Is the amethyst in the Amethyst sphere real? Natural quartz. Colour comes from traces of iron and natural irradiation. Each piece is natural, so colour and markings vary from the photo. ### How do I cleanse my amethyst gemstone sphere? Traditional cleansing methods include leaving it in moonlight overnight, passing it through incense or sage smoke, or resting it on a selenite plate. A quick rinse is fine for this stone if you dry it straight away. These are rituals, not cleaning requirements. ### What size is the Amethyst sphere? About 5.5cm. Small pieces suit rings and earrings, a single tumble stone, travel kits and tight altar spaces. ### Is the Amethyst sphere a good gift? Yes, especially for someone who wants a calm, contemplative piece for a bedside table or meditation spot. Add a little more to your basket to reach free delivery over £40. You can send it to any UK address at checkout. ### How long does delivery take? UK delivery is £3.95, free on orders over £40, and usually arrives in 2–5 working days. ### What is your returns policy? You have 14 days from delivery to cancel under the UK Consumer Contracts Regulations. Email hello@starseeduk.co.uk and we'll explain how to send it back; refunds are made within 14 days of receiving it. ### What's the difference between Amethyst and Rock Quartz? Both are Gemstone Faceted Healing Ball & Stand pieces. Amethyst is amethyst (violet to deep purple); Rock Quartz is clear quartz (water-clear to milky white). They cost the same. ### Which Gemstone Faceted Healing Ball & Stand options are there? 5 options: Rock Quartz, Rose Quartz, Seven Chakra, Tigereye, as well as this one. ### What is Amethyst associated with? Its name comes from the Greek amethystos, 'not intoxicated', and in older European tradition it was carried as a stone of sobriety and calm thinking. Today it is one of the most popular stones for a quiet corner or meditation shelf. These are beliefs, not health claims. ### What chakra is Amethyst linked with? In modern crystal tradition, the crown and third eye chakras. ### Which zodiac signs go with Amethyst? Pisces, Aquarius and Virgo, according to popular crystal tradition. ### How hard is Amethyst? 7 on the Mohs scale. That's durable for everyday handling, though it can still chip if dropped. ### Where does Amethyst come from? Amethyst is usually found in Brazil, Uruguay, Zambia and other parts of Africa. ### What goes well with Amethyst? It is often paired with selenite or clear quartz. ### Will amethyst fade in sunlight? It can. Keep it out of strong direct sun, such as a south-facing windowsill. ### How should I care for my gemstone sphere? Wipe with a fine, slightly damp cloth and dry it straight away; steer clear of soaps, salt and long soaks. Strong sunlight can fade amethyst over time, so showcase it out of direct sun. ### How do you use a gemstone sphere? Display it on its stand away from the edge of a shelf. Try a few minutes of quiet gazing, letting your thoughts settle. Keep spheres out of strong sunlight: a clear sphere can focus light like a lens. ### What does the Amethyst sphere cost? £22.08. UK delivery is £3.95, or free if your basket is over £40: add £17.92 more to qualify. Delivery usually takes 2–5 working days. More: https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/questions/gemstone-faceted-healing-ball-stand-amethyst379