# Raw Gemstone Pendulum - Amethyst > Raw Gemstone Pendulum - Amethyst is an amethyst pendulum. It costs £6.80 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/raw-gemstone-pendulum-amethyst080 | | Product type | Special Gemstone Pendulums | | 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 pendulum | | SKU | specmp-53 | | Price | £6.80 | | 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 | Special Gemstone Pendulums (https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/types/special-gemstone-pendulums) | | Seller | Starseed UK, online only (UK), hello@starseeduk.co.uk | ## Description Raw Gemstone Pendulum - Amethyst is a amethyst pendulum on a chain, used for dowsing. From the maker: A raw amethyst pendulum with a natural rough-cut finish, wrapped in a silver-tone spiral and suspended from a fine chain. Unlike polished pendulums, this piece keeps the raw texture of the stone, giving it a more organic, earthy look that many crystal lovers are drawn to. 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) Some owners treat the pendulum as a tool for reflection, a way to notice what they already feel about a decision. Dowsing with a pendulum is a centuries-old divination practice; the swing of the weight is read as a yes, no or 'unclear' response to a question. 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 the chain between finger and thumb and let the weight settle. - Ask it to show you 'yes' and 'no' to learn its swing. - Ask simple, clear questions and treat the answer as a prompt for reflection. - 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. - Store it in a pouch so the chain doesn't tangle. ## 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 Raw Gemstone Pendulum - Amethyst used for? Hold the chain between finger and thumb and let the weight settle. 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 Raw Gemstone Pendulum - Amethyst 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 pendulum? 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. ### Is the Raw Gemstone Pendulum - Amethyst a good gift? Yes, especially for someone who wants a calm, contemplative piece for a bedside table or meditation spot. At £6.80 it makes an easy add-on or stocking filler. 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 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. ### 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 Raw Gemstone Pendulum - Amethyst match the pictures? Very close, but natural and handmade pieces vary a little in colour, markings and size. ### Is the Raw Gemstone Pendulum - Amethyst good for a beginner? Yes. Weight matters: heavier pendulums swing more steadily. ### Can you deliver to a different address? Yes. Enter the recipient's UK address as the delivery address at checkout. ### How do you use a pendulum? Hold the chain still, let the weight settle, then ask it to show 'yes' and 'no'. Use simple questions and treat the swing as a prompt for reflection, not a prediction. ### Do pendulums really work? Pendulum dowsing is a traditional practice. There's no scientific evidence it predicts outcomes, but many people find it a useful way to reflect. ### How should I care for my pendulum? 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. More: https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/questions/raw-gemstone-pendulum-amethyst080