Victorian 14K Gold Amethyst Necklace with 17 Stones, Circa 1890 costume polished to a soft sheen

polished to a soft sheen

The ring sits elegantly at 3 mm high

and 4 eye popping rubies which total

3 mm across and weighs 29

Victorian 14K Gold Amethyst Necklace with 17 Stones, Circa 1890 costume polished to a soft sheenImagine the late 19th century: velvet gowns, gaslit parlors, and the rustle of silken skirts as a lady enters the room. Draped high on her neck is this stunning necklacea masterpiece of American Victorian jewelry. Its rich violet amethysts, long associated with nobility and introspection, bring an undeniable elegance to any ensemble. These gems once symbolized the transition from mourning to the vibrancy of life, as purple was the first color allowed