# Gemstone Tree - Amethyst on Natural Agate Base (35 stones) > Gemstone Tree - Amethyst on Natural Agate Base (35 stones) is an amethyst carved gemstone figure. At £5.60 it is available now, with UK delivery 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-tree-amethyst-on-natural-agate-base-35-stones075 | | Product type | Gemstone Wishing Trees | | Material | Amethyst: a purple variety of quartz | | Colour | Violet to deep purple | | 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 | One carved gemstone figure | | SKU | agemt-02 | | Price | £5.60 | | 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 Wishing Trees (https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/types/gemstone-wishing-trees) | | Seller | Starseed UK, online only (UK), hello@starseeduk.co.uk | ## Description Gemstone Tree - Amethyst on Natural Agate Base (35 stones) is a hand-finished amethyst piece, shaped to show off the stone's colour and pattern. From the maker: Gemstone Tree - Amethyst on Natural Agate Base is a masterpiece that harmoniously combines the allure of amethyst gemstones with the grounding beauty of a natural agate base. This stunning tree, graced with 35 radiant amethyst stones, is more than a gift – it's a symbol of serenity and natural elegance. 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. ## Traditions (belief, not health claims) Hearts are traditional love tokens; trees symbolise growth and connection; planets and spheres evoke the cosmos. Carving stone into meaningful shapes is an ancient art, from Chinese jade to Egyptian scarabs. A shape adds its own symbolism to the stone. 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. Traditional meanings are offered for interest and reflection, not as a health claim. ## How to use - Hold it during a few minutes of quiet reflection. - Place it on a desk, bedside table or altar where you'll see it. - 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 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. - Dust regularly and keep away from hard surfaces that could chip it. ## 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. ## Questions and answers (20) ### What is the Gemstone Tree - Amethyst on Natural Agate Base (35 stones) used for? Rest it on a desk, bedside table or altar where you'll see it. 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 Gemstone Tree - Amethyst on Natural Agate Base (35 stones) 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 carved gemstone figure? Many people cleanse crystals with moonlight, sound from a singing bowl, or smoke from sage or incense. A quick rinse is fine for this stone if you dry it straight away. These are rituals, not cleaning requirements. ### Is the Gemstone Tree - Amethyst on Natural Agate Base (35 stones) a good gift? Yes, especially for someone who wants a calm, contemplative piece for a bedside table or meditation spot. At £5.60 it makes an easy add-on or stocking filler. You can send it to any UK address at checkout. ### How quickly do you deliver in the UK? We deliver to UK addresses in 2–5 working days; £3.95, or free on baskets over £40. ### Can I return the Gemstone Tree - Amethyst on Natural Agate Base (35 stones)? Yes. 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. ### 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 carved gemstone figure? 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 carved gemstone figure? Rest it on a desk, bedside table or altar where you'll see it. Hold it during a few minutes of quiet reflection. ### What does the Gemstone Tree - Amethyst on Natural Agate Base (35 stones) cost? £5.60. UK delivery is £3.95, or free if your basket is over £40: add £34.40 more to qualify. Delivery usually takes 2–5 working days. ### Is the Gemstone Tree - Amethyst on Natural Agate Base (35 stones) 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. ### Does the Gemstone Tree - Amethyst on Natural Agate Base (35 stones) match the pictures? Very close, but natural and handmade pieces vary a little in colour, markings and size. More: https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/questions/gemstone-tree-amethyst-on-natural-agate-base-35-stones075