A magnificent antique Victorian amethyst riviere choker necklace adorned with thirteen luxurious amethysts along the bottom with a regal, deep-purple hue. They graduate in size from 3 to 4ct and together total approx. 40ct. 

Amethyst is the birthstone of February and is considered a stone of protection, clarity and tranquillity. Its deep violet colouring has been highly esteemed throughout history, adorning regal jewellery all around the world, from ancient Egypt to the British crown jewels.

The amethysts are set in crimped, 15ct gold bezel links and join a 15ct cable chain, finished with a tube clasp. It’s a glamorous Victorian piece, all in excellent condition and dates to the late 19th Century.    

We recommend you insure for £3,700. We can provide a written Valuation on completion of the sale. 

WEIGHT: 32.1 grams

MEASURES: Length 16.9 inches – Gallery 7 inches across - Width largest link 10mm, Chain Width 2mm 

METAL: 15ct Gold (Stamped) 

STONES: Amethysts (Largest 9 x 12mm, 4ct – approx. 40ct total) 

AGE: Victorian. (Circa 1880 – 1900) 

MARKS: 15ct stamps 

CONDITION: Excellent, commensurate with age 

ITEM NUMBER: CAT0603 

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