Brazil has been the world's main source of amethyst for well over a century, and most of the Jamunia sold across Pakistan traces back there whether the seller says so or not. The deposits in Rio Grande do Sul and Minas Gerais produce amethyst in geodes large enough to stand inside, which is the real reason amethyst is affordable at sizes that would be unthinkable in sapphire or ruby.

The stone

13.70 carats, which is 15.05 ratti. Faceted, with a recorded body colour of light purple. Rs. 21,750, roughly Rs. 1,588 per carat, listed as GS-000252. Origin: Brazil. It is one stone; there is no second one like it in the parcel.

What Brazilian material is known for

• Size. Brazilian geodes yield large, clean crystals, so stones above ten carats are routine rather than exceptional.
• Clarity. The material is typically eye-clean, which is why you should expect clean amethyst rather than pay a premium for it.
• A wide colour range. From very pale lilac through to deep purple, all from the same region — so "Brazilian" tells you where it came from, not how dark it is.
• Consistent cutting. A long-established cutting industry means well-proportioned commercial stones at sensible prices.

Light purple, and who it suits

This particular stone is at the paler end — the shade the European trade calls Rose de France. It behaves differently from dark amethyst: it stays visible under evening light instead of going black, it suits warm and medium skin tones, and it sits comfortably in yellow gold as well as silver. The deeper material costs more per carat, but "more expensive" and "better on you" are different questions. Hold a pale stone and a dark stone against the wrist of whoever will wear it and the answer is usually immediate.

Is Brazilian amethyst better than African?

Not inherently. Zambian and other African material is often praised for deeper, more saturated colour, while Brazil produces across the whole range and in far greater volume. A fine Brazilian stone beats a mediocre African one comfortably. Judge the stone in front of you, not the country on the label — our amethyst collection lets you compare both side by side.

What is it good for at this size?

13.70 carats is pendant and cocktail-ring territory. A pendant is the easier choice — no finger size to guess, and a stone this size reads as generous on a chain. If you want it set, send the details on WhatsApp at +92 308 887 3888 and we will quote the mount separately from the stone.

Has it been heated?

We have not tested this piece, so the specification reads "treatment not tested". Gentle heating is standard and accepted on amethyst, and a great deal of Brazilian material is warmed to even out colour. We would rather say we do not know than claim something we have not verified. Testing can be arranged, and since you pay on delivery you can also have it checked yourself inside the seven-day return window.

Ordering

Flat Rs. 500 delivery anywhere in Pakistan, insured and tracked, dispatched within one to two working days. Cash on Delivery — open the parcel, look at the stone, then pay. Seven days to return it unused. Our price guide explains how per-carat rates are set.

This particular stone

This listing is one natural amethyst, known in Urdu as Jamunia, with a weight of 13.7 Carat. Its price is Rs. 21,750 — roughly Rs. 1,588 for each carat. Origin: Brazil. Treatment: treatment not tested. Quote reference GS-000252 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, a certificate is available on request, 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. Certificate available on request. 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.