# Medium African Tumble Stones - Amethyst

> Medium African Tumble Stones - Amethyst is a 45mm amethyst crystal. Priced at £6.62, it is out of stock but normally ships UK-wide 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/medium-african-tumble-stones-amethyst088 |
| Product type | Medium African Tumble Stones |
| This option | Amethyst |
| Material | Amethyst: a purple variety of quartz |
| Colour | Violet to deep purple |
| Dimensions | Approx. 45mm |
| 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 | One crystal |
| SKU | atumblem-17 |
| Price | £6.62 |
| Availability | Out of 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 | Medium African Tumble Stones (https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/types/medium-african-tumble-stones) |
| Seller | Starseed UK, online only (UK), hello@starseeduk.co.uk |

## Description

Medium African Tumble Stones - Amethyst is a natural amethyst piece of about 45mm.

At around 4.5cm 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: Invite peace, balance, and natural beauty into your life with classic Amethyst. As one of the world's most beloved semi-precious gemstones, this stunning variety of quartz showcases a gorgeous range of purple shades, capturing its vibrant colour from natural trace amounts of aluminium and iron deep within the stone.

This is one of 2 options in the Medium African Tumble Stones range; nearby choices include Amethyst - Chevron.

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.

African amethyst is often a deeper, more saturated purple than Brazilian material. Chevron amethyst shows bands of purple and milky white quartz in a V-shaped pattern.

Size: approximately 45mm. Natural material varies slightly in size, colour and markings.

## Traditions (belief, not health claims)

In modern crystal practice each stone carries traditional associations; these are beliefs, not health claims. 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 meditation as a point of focus.
- Keep it in a pocket, on a desk or in a crystal grid.
- 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 soft, slightly damp cloth and dry it straight away; skip soaps, salt and long soaks. Strong sunlight can fade amethyst over time, so show it out of direct sun.
- Dust with care; check whether the stone tolerates water.

## 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

- [Medium African Tumble Stones - Amethyst - Chevron](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/products/medium-african-tumble-stones-amethyst-chevron451): £7.20

## Questions and answers (15)

### What is the Medium African Tumble Stones - Amethyst used for?

Keep it in a pocket, on a desk or in a crystal grid. 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 crystal 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 crystal?

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 Amethyst crystal?

About 45mm. Small pieces suit rings and earrings, a single tumble stone, travel kits and tight altar spaces.

### Is the Amethyst crystal a good gift?

Yes, especially for someone who wants a calm, contemplative piece for a bedside table or meditation spot. At £6.62 it makes an easy add-on or stocking filler. You can send it to any UK address at checkout.

### When will my Amethyst crystal arrive?

Most UK orders arrive within 2–5 working days. Delivery costs £3.95 and is free over £40.

### Can I send the Amethyst crystal 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 Amethyst and Amethyst - Chevron?

Both are Medium African Tumble Stones pieces. Amethyst is amethyst (violet to deep purple); Amethyst - Chevron is amethyst (violet to deep purple). Amethyst - Chevron is £7.20 against £6.62 here.

### Which Medium African Tumble Stones options are there?

2 options: Amethyst - Chevron, as well as this one.

### 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.

### Is the Amethyst crystal in stock?

Not right now. Email hello@starseeduk.co.uk and we'll let you know when it's back.

### 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.

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