This amethyst gemstone tree is built from small violet amethyst chips on a pliable wire frame, its branches tracing the familiar outline of the tree of life. The purple stones shine deeply in the play of light, from pale lavender to full violet. It is a quiet yet expressive accent on a shelf, a desk or in a calm corner.
Amethyst, the stone of calm
Amethyst is the violet variety of quartz, its colour given by iron and natural irradiation; it sits at around 7 on the Mohs scale. Tradition knows it as a stone of calm and clarity and as a companion to meditation. This is cultural tradition rather than medical fact.
The gemstone tree and the tree of life
Gemstone trees are often called trees of life: in tradition they connect earth and sky and evoke growth and renewal. Many keep one at home as a pleasant, lively piece of feng shui décor.
Material and make
The little tree is made from a wire frame and natural amethyst chips in a compact, tabletop size. Because the stones are natural, each piece is unique: the shade and the arrangement of the chips may vary a little.
Care
Dust it with a soft, dry cloth or a gentle brush. Keep it out of strong, prolonged sunlight, as amethyst can fade over time. The wire branches can be shaped with care.