Victorian 14K Gold Amethyst Necklace with 17 Stones, Circa 1890 costume The ring sits elegantly at

The ring sits elegantly at 3 mm high

5 mm diameter next

3 mm across and weighs 29

hand pierced

Oftentimes

Victorian 14K Gold Amethyst Necklace with 17 Stones, Circa 1890 costume The ring sits elegantly atImagine 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