# Gemstone Sphere 40mm - African Amethyst with Stand > Gemstone Sphere 40mm - African Amethyst with Stand is a 40mm amethyst sphere (the sphere plus a display stand). It costs £12.00 and is in stock, shipped across the UK in 2–5 working days. A neutral finish fits easily into any room or altar. 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-sphere-40mm-african-amethyst-with-stand368 | | Product type | Gemstone Crystal Spheres with Stand | | This option | African Amethyst with Stand | | Material | Amethyst: a purple variety of quartz | | Colour | Violet to deep purple | | Dimensions | Approx. 40mm | | Hardness | 7 on the Mohs scale | | Natural or man-made | Natural quartz. Colour comes from traces of iron and natural irradiation. | | Origin | Africa | | What's included | The sphere plus a display stand | | SKU | gems-14 | | Price | £12.00 | | 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 Crystal Spheres with Stand (https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/types/gemstone-crystal-spheres-with-stand) | | Seller | Starseed UK, online only (UK), hello@starseeduk.co.uk | ## Description Gemstone Sphere 40mm - African Amethyst with Stand is a polished amethyst sphere of about 40mm supplied with a stand. A sphere shows off the colour and inner pattern of a stone from every angle. A neutral finish fits easily into any room or altar. Styling: neutral tones disappear into a room, letting what's inside take the attention. At around 4cm 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. This is one of 10 options in the Gemstone Sphere 40mm range; nearby choices include Amethyst Aura with Stand, Clear Quartz with Stand, Indian Jade with Stand. 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. Amethyst was set into the rings of medieval bishops and appears in the British Crown Jewels. February's traditional birthstone is amethyst, which makes it a popular birthday gift. Size: approximately 40mm. 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 often 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. These are traditions and beliefs, described for interest, not health or medical claims. ## How to use - 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. - It pairs traditionally with selenite or clear quartz. - Grid idea: crystal grids arrange stones in a pattern such as a circle or the Flower of Life around a central piece and a written intention. - Moon idea: many collectors set their stones out on the night of the full moon and bring them back in the next morning. - Gifting idea: wrap it in a small cloth pouch with a handwritten note about the stone's traditional meaning. ## Care - 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. - Handle with dry hands and set it down on a gentle spot. ## 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 Sphere 40mm - Afghan Lapis with Stand](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/products/gemstone-sphere-40mm-afghan-lapis-with-stand426): £12.00 - [Gemstone Sphere 40mm - Amethyst Aura with Stand](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/products/gemstone-sphere-40mm-amethyst-aura-with-stand392): £15.20 - [Gemstone Sphere 40mm - Clear Quartz with Stand](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/products/gemstone-sphere-40mm-clear-quartz-with-stand433): £12.00 - [Gemstone Sphere 40mm - Indian Jade with Stand](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/products/gemstone-sphere-40mm-indian-jade-with-stand426): £12.00 - [Gemstone Sphere 40mm - Indian Moonstone with Stand](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/products/gemstone-sphere-40mm-indian-moonstone-with-stand372): £12.00 - [Gemstone Sphere 40mm - Ocean Agate with Stand](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/products/gemstone-sphere-40mm-ocean-agate-with-stand426): £12.00 - [Gemstone Sphere 40mm - Rose Quartz Titanium Aura with Stand](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/products/gemstone-sphere-40mm-rose-quartz-titanium-aura-with-stand411): £15.20 - [Gemstone Sphere 40mm - Rose Quartz with Stand](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/products/gemstone-sphere-40mm-rose-quartz-with-stand385): £12.00 - [Gemstone Sphere 40mm - Tourmaline with Stand](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/products/gemstone-sphere-40mm-tourmaline-with-stand422): £12.00 ## Questions and answers (20) ### What is the Gemstone Sphere 40mm - African Amethyst with Stand 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 African Amethyst with Stand 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? Popular rituals are a night under the full moon, a few seconds in incense smoke, or a rest on selenite. A quick rinse is fine for this stone if you dry it straight away. These are rituals, not cleaning requirements. ### What size is the African Amethyst with Stand sphere? About 40mm. Small pieces suit rings and earrings, a single tumble stone, travel kits and tight altar spaces. ### Is the African Amethyst with Stand sphere a good gift? Yes, especially for someone who wants a calm, contemplative piece for a bedside table or meditation spot. At £12.00 it makes an easy add-on or stocking filler. You can send it to any UK address at checkout. ### When will my African Amethyst with Stand sphere arrive? Most UK orders arrive within 2–5 working days. Delivery costs £3.95 and is free over £40. ### Can I send the African Amethyst with Stand sphere back if I change my mind? Yes, within 14 days of delivery. Email hello@starseeduk.co.uk to start a return. Faulty items are also covered by the Consumer Rights Act. ### What's the difference between African Amethyst with Stand and Amethyst Aura with Stand? Both are Gemstone Sphere 40mm pieces. African Amethyst with Stand centres on neutral; Amethyst Aura with Stand centres on neutral. Amethyst Aura with Stand is £15.20 against £12.00 here. ### Which Gemstone Sphere 40mm options are there? 10 options, including Amethyst Aura with Stand, Clear Quartz with Stand, Indian Jade with Stand, Indian Moonstone with Stand, Ocean Agate with Stand, Rose Quartz Titanium Aura with Stand, and 3 more on the range page, as well as this one. ### What does neutral mean in ritual tradition? A neutral finish fits easily into any room or altar. ### 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? This piece is listed as from Africa. 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. ### Is the African Amethyst with Stand sphere in stock? Yes, it's available now and dispatched to UK addresses. ### Is checkout secure? Yes. Payment is by debit or credit card (and the wallets Shopify supports) through secure Shopify checkout. ### Can I order from outside the UK? Not at the moment. We deliver to UK addresses only, usually in 2–5 working days. More: https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/questions/gemstone-sphere-40mm-african-amethyst-with-stand368