Depth of purple and cleanliness are what decide an amethyst's rate per carat, and a bigger stone only costs more per carat when its colour holds up. Keep that in mind when you compare this 10.85 carat laser cut stone with others.

It is a natural jamunia, quartz by family, so it rates 7 on the Mohs scale. That suits a ring or a pendant. Wipe it with a soft cloth and do not leave it on a sunny windowsill for long stretches.

Setting advice

A stone of this size sits well in a bezel or a four-claw silver mount that guards the edges. We can talk through a custom silver ring setting on WhatsApp; quote AG-000241 so we find the right stone. For a pendant, a simple cap with a bail lets the colour speak for itself.

Most amethysts are sold as found, though a few are heated to soften a dark tone, so ask us about this one before ordering. It ships Cash on Delivery and you inspect it before paying. More options are in our amethyst category.

Karachi orders usually reach you within 1–2 working days, the rest of Pakistan within 2–4, and returns are open for 7 days. Have a look at our amethyst guide.

This particular stone

This listing is one natural amethyst, known in Urdu as Jamunia, with a weight of 10.85 Carat. Its price is Rs. 18,750 — roughly Rs. 1,728 for each carat. Treatment: treatment not tested. Quote reference AG-000241 when you message us about it. The photographs show this exact stone, so what arrives at your door is the piece you chose on screen.

From six carats up a stone becomes the centre of attention. It wants a broader shank or a secure claw setting and suits an occasion ring, a signet or a centre pendant. Clean natural material of this size turns up far less often, and the per-carat rate reflects that.

On the Mohs scale amethyst rates 7. It handles daily wear, but a hard knock can still nick an exposed corner, so a protective setting is a sensible choice. Clean it with warm soapy water and a soft brush, and keep it away from abrasive cleaners and high heat.

Whoever you buy amethyst from, make sure of three things: the stone is natural rather than lab-grown, glass or glass-filled; any treatment is stated in writing; and the weight quoted is the weight of the finished stone. We check every amethyst for those three points before it is listed, and because you pay on delivery you can look at the stone — or have it tested — before any money changes hands.

We sell natural stones only and inspect each one before it is listed. Treatment for this stone: Treatment not tested. No lab report yet; independent testing welcome. As general background (not a statement about this stone): Amethyst is usually untreated, though some stones are heated to lighten the colour. Ask us on WhatsApp and we will tell you what we know about this exact stone; independent lab testing is available on request.

A certificate of authenticity is available on request for this stone, and independent laboratory testing can be arranged. Because you pay on delivery, you can also take the stone to a lab of your choice within the 7-day return window. Read more on our authenticity page.