Jamunia is how most of our customers ask for amethyst, and the word carries a lot of tradition in Pakistani gem buying. People often mention Saturn when they say it, because in Vedic astrology jamunia is linked with that planet. We pass that on as belief only.

This particular stone is a natural amethyst of 14.4 carats, cut with a laser, purple in colour. It is a big piece, listed at Rs. 23,250, which is about Rs. 1,615 per carat, a lower rate than our smaller amethysts. The reference is GS-000231.

At this size you should think of it as a display stone as much as a wearable one: a big pendant, a cocktail ring, or a piece for the collector's tray. Mohs 7 is enough for careful wear. A closed setting guards the edge. Wash it in mild soap and water, dry it, and avoid leaving it in hot sun.

Amethyst generally sells as found, although some stones are warmed to lighten the colour. Ask us on WhatsApp for what we know. Compare other stones on the amethyst page or see the Urdu names list for more trade terms.

Pay Cash on Delivery once you have opened the parcel and seen the stone yourself, anywhere in Pakistan, with 7 days to return it if you change your mind. Before you choose, read our amethyst guide.

This particular stone

This listing is one natural amethyst, known in Urdu as Jamunia, with a weight of 14.4 Carat. Its price is Rs. 23,250 — roughly Rs. 1,615 for each carat. Origin: Pakistan. Treatment: treatment not tested. Quote reference GS-000231 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.