# Small African Tumble Stones - Amethyst

> Small African Tumble Stones - Amethyst is an amethyst crystal. It costs £3.26 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/small-african-tumble-stones-amethyst444 |
| Product type | Small African Tumble Stones |
| This option | Amethyst |
| 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. |
| Origin | Africa |
| What's included | One crystal |
| SKU | atumbles-17 |
| Price | £3.26 |
| 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 | Small African Tumble Stones (https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/types/small-african-tumble-stones) |
| Seller | Starseed UK, online only (UK), hello@starseeduk.co.uk |

## Description

Small African Tumble Stones - Amethyst is a natural amethyst piece.

From the maker: Amethyst is a semi-precious stone and one of the most beautiful varieties of quartz, which comes in many shades of purple. It owes its beautiful colour to trace amounts of aluminum and iron built into the silicon dioxide it is made of.

Also in this range (2 in total): 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.

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.

## 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. We share these as cultural traditions and personal beliefs only, never as health claims.

## 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 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.
- Dust softly; 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

- [Small African Tumble Stones - Amethyst - Chevron](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/products/small-african-tumble-stones-amethyst-chevron445): £3.46

## Questions and answers (14)

### What is the Small 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.

### 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 £3.26 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 Small African Tumble Stones pieces. Amethyst is amethyst (violet to deep purple); Amethyst - Chevron is amethyst (violet to deep purple). Amethyst - Chevron is £3.46 against £3.26 here.

### Which Small 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?

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.

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