Amethyst Jewelry

This lovely little French ring reminds me of a delicate flower, freshly plucked from the Spring garden. Can you tell that I'm ready for spring? Ready to get a little dirt under my nails? Of course, I'll clean them up well with the brush before I put this beauty back on my finger!

Wonderful fresh and sparkling Amethyst and Rose Cut Diamond ring. Hand crafted in 18 karat gold with a rosy hue, the stones are flanked by delicately engraved leaves crafted in gold with a touch of green. Inscribed inside the band with 'Emile á Helene 15-11-21'. It is unmarked but I've had it acid tested to verify content. Made in France around 1920. It weighs 1.8 grams and is a size 6.5, it's clearly been re-sized at least once and could be again.

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Kate Eadie (1880-1945) was an English jeweler, known for her enamel work and manuscript illuminator skills. Her style was very Arts & Crafts, as you can see with this beautiful amethyst cross. Born in Harborne, she spent most of her life in Birmingham. She trained at the Birmingham School of Art, perfecting her craft and likely learning under the Gaskins. She met her husband in school and modeled for the pre-Raphaelite painter, Sidney Meteyard. She was also an associate of the Royal Birmingham Society of Artists. 

This Arts & Crafts pendant was handcrafted around 1910 in England by the renowned Kate Eadie. It showcases a stunning array of six amethysts set in silver on a foliate cross motif. Each of the amethysts measure 7.3 x 7 x 4.7 mm and together they weigh approximately 20.7 carats. Overall, this cross measures 53.7 x 25.8 mm and it weighs 6.1 grams.

I knew it, you’ve been looking for the perfect cross. You came to the right place. Purple amethysts, scattered leaves, touches of silver - looks like you found the one.

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Now here is a necklace fit for Royalty. It’s not demure, it’s not dainty, it’s bold and proud, and shows that you are not a damsel in distress, not a woman to be trifled with. I’m sure that this has always been a necklace owned by an important woman, and it’s ready for another one to come along.

This Austro-Hungarian masterwork is set with Amethysts and pearls and festooned with more pearls still. It wraps fully around the neck, never wavering in it’s beauty, making you just as interesting from behind. The necklace is hand crafted in silver which has been gilded at some point, giving it a slight golden hue. It is set with 88 amethysts, with the 11 largest stones measuring 5 mm across and it is encrusted in pearls and further detailed with black and white enameled petals on the 3 largest plaques. This piece was made in about 1870, and it is 15.75 inches long around the neck with a 3 inch drop at the front; it weighs 67.9 grams. It is marked with French import marks, the swan and the dogs head, showing that at some point it was imported into France and assayed for resale. The swan mark verifies that it is at least 800 silver.

This is the kind of jewelry that qualifies as a work of art, the kind of necklace that you buy a bust for and keep on your dresser so that you can enjoy looking at it even when it’s not draped around your gorgeous neck.

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Let’s talk luxury. You might call it opulent, they might call it grand. Either way you spell it, it’s still the thing of fairy tales. It’s the kind of ring made for glamorous occasions which, as time went on, became a ring for cocktail parties which, as time went on, became a ring you wear on first dates, to meet friends from college, and to don when you just want to feel a little sumptuous. I guess it’s time for a little less talk and a little more wearing.

This antique ring was handcrafted in Europe around 1890. A beautiful rich purple amethyst sits at the center of golden shoulders with a leaf and flower motif on a size 5.75 band. The oval faceted amethyst measures 13.8 x 12.2 x 7.2 mm and weighs approximately 6.42 carats. This ring face measures 17.5 mm north to south, 18.7 mm across, and 9 mm off the finger. The band width narrows to 4.6 mm at the back. It bears the gold purity mark, “750” and bears a maker’s mark. It weighs 7 grams.

Don’t be jaded by the minimalist trends that are currently all the rage. Jazz it up a little, add an amethyst, throw in some gold, and amplify your jewelry routine.

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After picking up this beauty on Portobello Road, I ducked into Gail’s bakery for a ham and gruyere croissant, a guilty (and oh, so worth it) pleasure, and a cappuccino. The sun had hardly risen and my hangry level was leaning toward the extreme. I’d barely taken a bite before the barista complimented my necklace, and so did the couple behind me. I’d forgotten I was even wearing it, in my hunger I’d worn it right of the shop. What can I say? When you have good taste, you have good taste.

This antique Art Nouveau gold amethyst pendant was handcrafted in England, right around 1910. It showcases the whiplash lines and curves that are the staple of the Nouveau style. It is done in 9 karat gold with a rosy hue, and supports an oval amethyst and a river pearl drop and it is set with an additional two small, creamy pearls. The amethyst measures 9 x 7 x 4 mm and weighs approximately 1.34 carats. It bears the hallmark, “9ct” and it weighs 2.1 grams. The pendant measures 40 mm north to south including the bale and 24 mm across.

This alluring pendant will not disappoint. It’s striking and unforgettable with it’s Art Nouveau influence and clean curving lines.  

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It was a hidden treasure, a diamond in the rough, a needle in a haystack, if you will. It was the end of my trip and although I’d had a fabulous time, I was still looking for my own crown jewels. Instinct guided me into a tiny shop with dark fabric draping from the ceiling and tables of tchotchkes and shelves of curios. In London, one can learn a lot from a shopkeeper if you seem uninterested for long enough. There was a door in the back, she pointed it out to me. I feigned boredom as I opened it. And there she was, this beauty, this fortune.

This Art Nouveau silver brooch was handcrafted in England around 1900 by Murrle Bennett and Company. It’s an organic shape of hammered silver with an oval amethyst at the center and a natural pearl drop. It measures 38.5 x 26.2 mm and weighs 6.5 grams. The amethyst measures 13.5 x 11.7 x 6.4 mm and weighs approximately 4.82 carats. It bears the silver fineness mark, “950” and the maker’s mark, “MB CO”.

It was fate that brought me this brooch and it’s fate that you found it, too.

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Those of you who swing by this shop once in a while might know it already, but I have a seriously strong weakness for all things Art Nouveau. Seeing the Metro gates in Paris last spring sent me into a tizzy of delight. When I was in art school (oh, so long ago), all of my notebooks and sketch books were filled with sketches of whiplashes, flowers and and beautiful profiles. So, you can see how I was perfectly helpless when presented with this fantastic Art Nouveau frame locket.

This antique Art Nouveau gold locket pendant was handcrafted in England around 1900. It features an ornate golden frame with a whiplash motif, set with seven oval amethysts with a long pearl drop. This English beauty is done all in 9 karat gold kissed with a rosy hue. Each amethyst measures 5 x 3.5 mm. Overall, this piece measures 68 x 36 x 5 mm and it weighs 11.6 grams. It has been acid tested to verify the gold content. The glass has a few small nicks from the edge, visible in the photos.

Amethyst is my February birthstone and there was no stopping me from bringing this beauty home and giving it a spot in my own jewel box for awhile.

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This antique, Arts and Crafts, silver and amethyst brooch was handcrafted around 1910. It was designed by the famed Jessie M King, who was a successful artist and designer. King began her career as a book cover designer and illustrator. In around 1904 she began to design fabric for the well-known department store, Liberty & Co.. Shortly thereafter, she started designing jewelry for Liberty. This turquoise colored enameled flower brooch was one of those pieces. It measures 28.7 x 18 mm. It features a faceted round amethyst at the center, measuring 4.8 x 4.8 x 3.4 mm and weighing approximately .37 carats. This stone pairs perfectly with the bright blue enamel that cover the silver flower petals. It weighs 5.0 grams and has been acid tested.

Jessie M King was born in Scotland, in 1875. She studied at the Glasgow School of Art, and, in 1905, became a member of the historic Glasgow Society of Lady Artists. She was influenced by the Glasgow Style movement that began in the late 1880s. Eventually, she ended up influencing the movement itself, and was known as one of the Glasgow Girls. During this period of enlightenment, women artists had a short era of international visibility. They inspired other women in terms of art, women’s suffrage, and women’s equality.

This brooch was designed and crafted during this time period, and would be a stylish addiction to any art history buff’s jewelry box!

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During the Edwardian era, feminine motifs with delicate yet understated designs were considered en vogue. Natural pearls, amethysts, peridots, aquamarines, and other semi-precious stones were worn by affluent women to complement the trend of donning white silk and lace. This jewelry movement differed from the larger and dark colored jewels of the later Victorian era, it was a fresh and welcome change that breathed life back into fashion. This pendant would have been incredibly stylish for its time, sitting on the décolletage and accentuating the lower necklines of the 1910’s.

This elegant Edwardian pendant was handcrafted in England around 1910. It’s an antique piece crafted in 9 karat gold with an oval-cut amethyst at the center of a diamond-shaped motif decorated with 17 pearls. The amethyst measures 5 x 3.8 x 2.4 mm and weighs approximately .24 carats. Overall, this piece weighs 2.5 grams and measures 53 x 23.5 mm. This pendant bears no marks and has been acid tested.

This emblem of culture, art, elegance, and style is just waiting to be hung around your neck!

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It’s intoxicatingly elegant, for a pendant. It packs a mean punch, in the most luxurious way possible, with its graceful round silhouette and cool colors. It might not be modern, but who needs modern? Certainly not you, no, you prefer the tried and true, it never lets you down. Well, here she is, the pendant you’ve been vying for.  

This antique Edwardian chalcedony pendant was handcrafted in silver around 1910 by Bernard Instone. It showcases an array of 12 cabochon cut chalcedonies, in green and violet shades. This round pendant measures 39 x 33 mm and weighs 6.7 grams. It bears no marks and has been acid tested.

Perfect for your arsenal of goodies and precious things, it’s as casual as Edwardian jewelry can be.

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Elegance is something to strive for. It takes a certain walk, a certain aura, a precise way of laughing, of smiling, of sipping one’s tea. It’s a skill. This necklace allows you to skip all of that and come out ahead. It’s grace and sophistication without the stuffiness. You’re welcome.

This antique Edwardian amethyst and diamond gold necklace was handcrafted in England around 1910. A row of gradated rose-cut diamonds drop from an amethyst and connect to a larger diamond-shaped amethyst at the base. The amethyst at the top measures 6.5 x 5 x 3.6 mm and the bottom stone measures 12.4 x 10.2 x 6.2 mm. The chain measures 15.5 inches and the drop measures 40 mm. There are no marks and it has been acid tested.

From denim to ballgowns, this necklace is wearable and oh so lovely. It was meant to be yours, otherwise you wouldn’t be drooling on your computer screen right now.

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This four-piece set is a fun find! A complete parure by the the famed designer Zoltan White, whose work is highly sought after. There’s no need to wear all of these fabulous pieces at once, try a brooch with a bracelet for a casual ensemble, or the earrings with the necklace for a little date night fun. The colors are light and fresh, reminding me of springtime flowers, or city lights in the summer.

This antique four-piece set was handcrafted before 1912, in England, by Zoltan White. It includes a pair of stud earrings, a brooch, a bracelet, and a drop necklace. All together these pieces weigh 95 grams. They’re made up of green peridot, purple amethysts, and yellow citrines, all set in silver. Each piece is beautifully done with flower accents and swirling silver details that continue onto the backside of each piece.

The 15.5-inch necklace contains 31 round faceted peridots, along with two pear-cut peridots, two citrine hearts, and two amethyst hearts. The front of the necklace measures 44 x 46 mm. It’s marked, “MADE IN ENGLAND”, “SILVER”, “Z.W.&Co”, “E.N.B”, and “MEA 1912”.

The 6.5-inch bracelet measures 31.4 mm in height at the front. It’s made up of two citrine hearts, two amethyst hearts, two pear-cut peridots, and 15 round-cut peridots. It’s marked, “MADE IN ENGLAND”, “SILVER”, “Z.W.&Co”, “E.N.B”, and “MEA 1912”.

The oval brooch measures 31.4 x 45 mm. It features two citrine hearts, two amethyst hearts, six round-cut peridots, and two pear-cut peridots. It’s marked, “MADE IN ENGLAND”, “SILVER”, “Z.W.&Co”, “E.N.B”, “T I”, and “MEA 1912”.

The round earrings each measure 18 mm in diameter. They’re both marked, “SILVER” on the screw backs and are made up of four round amethysts, one citrine heart, and four round peridots on each piece.

Zoltan White was born in Hungary. He trained in Budapest for jewelry making and began his firm, Zoltan White & Co., in England. His business operated from around 1910 to the 1940s. His work has a clear Austro-Hungarian feel, given his background and childhood experiences, although he was part of the British Arts and Crafts tradition.

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I’m a February girl so maybe I have a special affinity for them, but I really do find Amethyst to be one of the most regal and beguiling of stones, it’s rich and it’s sparkly and it has a depth of character to it. The Victorians were pretty big on Amethysts, and a ring like this one would have been made to be worn after the first period of mourning a lost loved one. Once a year in all black had passed, it was acceptable to introduce white and purple back into ones wardrobe and no doubt a ring like this was made to serve just such a purpose, a hopeful pop of color after long dark days.

This fantastic piece is not a conversion but a true, hand crafted, Victorian ring. It was made around 1880-1890 in England and is done in 9 karat gold. The large step-cut center stone is a super-rich, deep purple, amethyst which measures 18.5 x 12.3 x 9.2 mm and weighs approximately 13.8 karats. The amethyst is surrounded by a halo of 34 creamy white pearls. This stunning, large ring measures 23.7 mm north to south and 18.3 mm across, it sits 9.2 mm off the finger and narrows to 2.8 mm at the back of the band. This ring is a size 8.25 and weighs 8.4 grams. This unmarked ring has been acid tested to verify its gold content.

Once Amethyst was a gem that could only be worn by Royalty, and it always makes me feel like a Queen.

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This antique Victorian amethyst gold necklace was handcrafted in England around 1900. It showcases 36 oval faceted amethysts set in 15 karat gold. The 35 stones around the neck are graduated and there is a large drop which hangs from a golden bow. The stones are bezel set with millgrain detail.

The largest stone measures 17.6 x 12.9 x 9.1 mm and weighs approximately 10.95 carats. The smallest drop amethyst measures 5.7 x 7.8 x 4.2 mm and weighs approximately .99 carats. It bears the gold purity hallmark, “15ct”. This piece measures 16.5 inches in length and weighs 30.2 grams.

This stunning chain of violet amethysts is something to be cherished, shown-off, and bragged out. Trust me, no one will blame you.

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The holy grail of antique jewelry buying is always, always, a fabulous pair of gold earrings. So, you just know that these Etruscan Revival beauties made my heart go pitter-pitter-pat when I came across them lying in a velvet-lined display case in a poorly lit stall at the antiques market in Ardingly, in the south of England.

Inspired by the discoveries and excavations of Pompeii and Herculaneum, Victorian jewelers produced lightly crafted jewels featuring granulation and fine wire work in the way that only the most skilled jewelers could do. These wonderful 15 karat gold and Rhodolite Garnet earrings have an appealing shape and wonderful movement on the ear. Each earring is set with one round 4x4 mm plummy garnet and one 6.3 x 5.7 mm oval faceted garnet. They are 19 mm wide and drop 52 mm from the top of the wire. Together they weigh 5.2 grams. These kind of hollow jewels showcase the great skill and ability of the jewelers at this time to utilize very little gold to great effect, but due to their hollow nature they are very venerable to damage and so are quite rare and hard to find, especially as earrings. Made in England around 1860.

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I do love a good fob with a beautifully carved intaglio. Usually I find them done in carnelian or bloodstone, sometimes in chalcedony, but I was truly delighted to find this wonderful fob set with a beautifully carved rich purple amethyst.

This late Georgian or early Victorian fob is cased in a 15 karat gold shell with beautifully embossed floral motif, the carved amethyst is set in a silver bezel. The crest carved into the seal is a shield with a griffin on top and three mythic creatures below. This wonderful seal can be worn as a pendant or used on a watch chain, it measures 34 mm high and the bottom measures 29.8 x 17.2 mm, it weighs 14.9 grams. This fob pendant is unmarked and has been acid tested to verify the metal content.

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In Scotland, the thistle is the national symbol, it stands for pain, protection, and pride. There is a legend that is based in the 13th century in which the Norse King’s soldiers invade a Scottish Coastal town. This Viking King plotted to sneak slyly in on the Scottish Clansmen and Highlanders, while they slept. They chose to go barefoot. One of the soldiers stepped on a native thistle and cried out in pain. His scream was so loud it woke the Scots and thus the battle began prematurely, leaving the Scots victorious. How factual this myth is, is up to interpretation; but around this time period, the thistle became a symbol of national pride in Scotland.

This wonderful Scottish brooch is set with an array of richly colored agates in shades of reds, yellows, oranges and grays which form a traditional Garter motif. The center of the brooch features a detailed silver thistle with one Amethyst and two Citrine faceted thistle flowers. This early example of Scottish jewelry was probably made around 1850-1860 and it has a small clip at the top, probably meant to hold a safety chain originally, it can now be used to hang this large brooch on a sturdy chain. The back of this piece is engraved with the initials EW in curvy script. There is a small repair to the back where a new ‘C’ clasp was put on. The brooch measures 60.3 mm north to south and 51 mm across and it weighs 31.4 grams. There are no hallmarks and we’ve tested it as sterling silver.

When the Castle at Balmoral was completed in 1856, the entourage of the Royal family flocked to Scotland. They dressed themselves in tartans and plaids, pinned with brooches set with agates, amethysts and citrines, brooches like this magnificent beauty.

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She came into the shop in a rush; she needed a cold bottle of good champagne to take for the hostess of a small dinner she was attending. She wore a simple linen shift in a color somewhere between violet and deep purple and big earrings along with the most fascinating long chain looped expertly and effortlessly around her neck. She chatted with her friend who owned the wonderful little shop while the lovely woman wrapped the bottle with a flourish.

“We should get together and drink one of these soon” her friend said. “We just need an occasion to celebrate.”

“Maria,” she responded, “a good bottle of champagne is its own reason!”.

This fabulous chain was hand crafted around 1890, most likely in England. It features 84 small and intricate purple enameled panels interspersed on a silver long guard chain. It most likely would originally have held a matching purple enameled watch. The chain is 61 inches long and weighs 18 grams. This wonderful piece is unmarked and tests as sterling silver.

This necklace is just like a good bottle of champagne, you don’t need a reason to celebrate it.

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This vintage gold amethyst ring was handcrafted around 1970 in France by the famed jewelry house of Boucheron. It’s a stunning ring with a swirl cut oval amethyst at the center. The violet stone is set in 18 karat gold that continues the pattern of the stone. The entire ring showcases this unique and elegant swirl-cut design. The amethyst measures 11 x 14 x 6 mm. This ring is a size 7 US and it weighs 13.2 grams. The ring face measures 13.7 x 15 x 7.3 mm off the finger and 4.5 mm at the back. It bears the maker’s mark, “BOUCHERON” and a registration number. It has been carefully acid tested.

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David Andersen was an influential silversmith and jewelry designer who opened his first shop in Christiania, now Oslo, Norway, in 1876. His design aesthetics embraced the contemporary movements of the time. He is known for his excellent work with plique-a-jour and Basse-taille enamel work. His family business was founded in 1896 and has been family owned ever since. It thrives with high standards of design and quality materials. His son took over after his death in 1901. The company helped to expand the popularity of enameled jewelry and is still in business today.

This vintage David Andersen silver pendant was handcrafted in Norway around 1930. It’s a funky piece that weighs 17.8 grams and measures 65.2 x 47.2 mm. It features bright blues and bold purple enamel on a silver web-like setting. This pendant has been fully hallmarked. It bears the letters, “UNI”, David Andersen’s maker’s mark, “D-A”, the silver fineness marks, “925 S” and “STERLING”, the origin mark, “NORWAY”, and the letters, “INV. U.T.”.

Don’t let this unique piece pass you by! It’s a retro stunner with daring color and plenty of pizzazz.

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Jewelry trends of the 1970’s were driven by counterculture. Think Woodstock, rock music, and protests. For the first time, youth culture was driving fashion, not the other way around. Unconventional designs and style were popular as it rebelled against the norm, blending into the progressive mood of the era.

Clothing became more tailored as the decade came to a close, but the colors were bold, the pants were flared, and the prints were loud. Jewelry not only had to match, but also surpass, this trend. Between bright gemstones, thick chains, and long beaded necklaces, jewelry did a very successful job in standing out.

This vintage 9-karat gold ring was handcrafted in London in the 1970’s. It’s a funky piece featuring engraved golden logs around a beautiful amethyst. The amethyst measures 10 x 8.1 x 5.3 mm and weighs approximately 2.28 carats. The ring face measures 23.2 mm north to south, 23.5 mm across, and 9 mm off the finger. The band width narrows to 2.9 mm at the back. This ring has been fully hallmarked as it bears the gold purity marks, “9” and “375”, as well as the mark for London, and the date letter, “q” for 1971. It’s a size 8.5 and weighs 6.3 grams.

The 1970’s was a reigning time for the Youth Culture. Being bold meant blending in. Fun chunky pieces like this ring were just the thing to wear.

I offer a 3 or 4 payment layaway on most items purchased for full retail price, please inquire if you are interested in setting up a layaway. Items ship when payment is complete and items purchased or payments made on layaway are eligible for store credit only.

I always want you to be happy with every aspect of your purchase. If you are not completely satisfied for any reason simply let me know and we'll work together to get the item returned for a full refund. I guarantee that my pictures and descriptions are as accurate as possible. My goal is to exceed your best expectations!