Loose Amethyst Gemstones for Jewellery Making
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Amethyst gems for Jewellery making
Where to find affordable Amethyst gemstones for making your own jewellery. The lens covers cabochons and faceted stones for beginners who are starting gem-setting.
Amethyst, usually a deep purple stone, comes in green variants which may also be of interest.
Amethyst, usually a deep purple stone, comes in green variants which may also be of interest.
How to set gems
Making your own gemstone jewellery
If you have never done this before, the lens below gives an introduction to gem setting. This includes several simple methods, ideal for beginners, that just require a stone, a setting, a pair of tweezers and some long nose pliers. It also includes links to where to find supplies like settings if you need them.
Otherwise continue reading for a range of affordable amethysts.
Otherwise continue reading for a range of affordable amethysts.
Affordable Faceted stones
Cut Amethysts
A range of stones for less than $25 (and sometimes less than $1) listed here for novice gemcutters who want to practice without breaking the bank. Round stones are probably the easiest shape to get started with.
Amethyst Cabochons
The purple stone
With a flat back and rounded top surface, cabochons often come in round or oval shapes. Other shapes, like rectangles or diamonds, can be found, but these are harder to locate settings for.
Cabochons are often larger than cut stones.
Cabochons are often larger than cut stones.
Other options
Bulk buys
While eBay may offer the best prices, supply can be erratic. You can also purchase Amethysts from Amazon at prices which make it suitable for beginners. They also offer bulk lots which can make it simpler to practice - get a set of stones and matching settings and if one breaks you can get the next one!
Green Amethyst
A rarer shade of Amethyst
As well as the deep purple it is known for, Amethyst also comes in green. These stones are rarer and usually bought from specialist gem traders. Slightly more expensive, these are still within the price range for some novice gemsetters.
Gemsvalley is at the time of writing a top rated eBay seller specialising in loose gemstones
Gemsvalley is at the time of writing a top rated eBay seller specialising in loose gemstones
Amethysts in the UK
Buying from Amazon.co.uk
Amethysts are also available from Amazon.co.uk, which offers a range from individual stones to matching sets.
As well as these samples, you can view their full range here: Amethyst
As well as these samples, you can view their full range here: Amethyst
- 10 Pieces Loose Amethyst Gemstone 4 x 6mm Oval Cut Natural Gemstone Loose Gemstone February Birthstone: Amazon.co.uk: Jewellery
- 10 Pieces Loose Amethyst Gemstone 4 x 6mm Oval Cut Natural Gemstone Loose Gemstone February Birthstone: Amazon.co.uk: Jewellery
- 3 Ct Loose Amethyst Gemstone Pear Cut 8mm x 10mm Natural Gemstone Loose Gemstone February Birthstone: Amazon.co.uk: Jewellery
- 3 Ct Loose Amethyst Gemstone Pear Cut 8mm x 10mm Natural Gemstone Loose Gemstone February Birthstone: Amazon.co.uk: Jewellery
- 5 Pieces Loose Amethyst Gemstone 6 x 6mm Round Cut Natural Gemstone Loose Gemstone February Birthstone: Amazon.co.uk: Jewellery
- 5 Pieces Loose Amethyst Gemstone 6 x 6mm Round Cut Natural Gemstone Loose Gemstone February Birthstone: Amazon.co.uk: Jewellery
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The top-rated Amethysts
Expensive and exclusive
With prices over $500 or $1000, the rarest Amethysts have large size, a deep colour and translucency. These are not stones I would recommend for beginners!
Sometimes uncut stones come up. Since cutting gems is very different to setting them, these are not worth it for novices unless you know someone who can professionally cut it to get the best from the stone.
Sometimes uncut stones come up. Since cutting gems is very different to setting them, these are not worth it for novices unless you know someone who can professionally cut it to get the best from the stone.
Other loose Gemstones
Where to find more stones
Here are other loose gemstone lenses, designed to provide cheap sources of good qualiy gems for beginning gem setters.
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