This is the largest amethyst in this group, and size is the whole case for it. At 16.6 carats it suits someone who wants one commanding purple stone for a pendant, a big dress ring, or a jeweller-made piece of their own design.

Weight, rate and what they mean

It is a natural amethyst of 16.6 carats, laser cut and purple, under reference AG-000235. Amethyst is priced modestly per carat, and the rate tends to drop for bigger stones, so the total only looks large because the stone is large.

Wearing and keeping it

At this weight, choose a low setting, ideally a closed one, so the stone does not catch on sleeves. It rates 7 on the Mohs scale, good enough for careful ring wear and ideal for a pendant. Rinse it in mild soapy water, dry it with a soft cloth, and keep it out of long, hot sun.

Most amethyst arrives as mined, with a few stones warmed to lighten them; message us on WhatsApp to hear what we know about this one. To compare, see the full amethyst collection.

Cash on Delivery lets you check it before paying; delivery to Karachi is usually 1–2 working days, other cities 2–4, and returns stay open for 7 days. Read our amethyst guide.

This particular stone

This listing is one natural amethyst, known in Urdu as Jamunia, with a weight of 16.6 Carat. Its price is Rs. 27,380 — roughly Rs. 1,649 for each carat. Treatment: treatment not tested. Quote reference AG-000235 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.

Above twelve carats you are into collector territory. Pieces this heavy are usually set as pendants or kept loose, and they are prized for the size of rough they came from. If you do set it, choose a bezel or a heavy claw to protect the edges.

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.