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Purple Reign - Edwardian 9K Gold Amethyst & Pearl Fringe Necklace.  This gorgeous necklace is crafted from 9K yellow gold, hallmarked 9K.   Featuring 5 natural oval faceted amethysts, 5 genuine seed pearls, Edwardian styling and quality craftsmanship.  The beautiful necklace is comprised of 5 purple amethysts , with a pinkish purple hue. The amethysts are expertly set into coronet settings , topped with lustrous silvery/white seed pearls. The necklace is designed in such away that it drapes beautifully around the neck. The chain is a fancy link and in wonderful condition, with a secure spring ring clasp in perfect working order. This Edwardian era necklace is so feminine and elegant, beautifully made and highly collectible. A real treasure! 

Note: . Contemporary appraisals do not reflect the antiquity value. Antique appraisal $4000.00 CD + GST $200.00 = $4200.00 

Antique Jewelry Specialist and Appraiser : Michelle Sillence 

Amethyst jewelry has been found and dated as early as 2000 BC. Some historical accounts say that Saint Valentine had an amethyst ring carved with an image of Cupid. For those familiar with Old Testament history, amethyst was one of the twelve gemstones that represented the twelve tribes of Israel.

Pearls were presented as gifts to Chinese royalty as early as 2300 BC, while in ancient Rome, pearl jewellery was considered the ultimate status symbol. ... According to legend, Cleopatra crushed a pearl into a glass of wine to prove to Marc Antony that she could give the most expensive dinner in history.

Gold was first discovered as shining, yellow nuggets. “Gold is where you find it,” so the saying goes, and gold was first discovered in its natural state, in streams all over the world. No doubt it was the first metal known to early hominids. Gold became a part of every human culture.

Measurements: Necklace 17.25 " 

Stone Size: Amethyst 6.50 carats   Seed Pearl 1.00 mm 

Weight: 4.77 grams 

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: England 

Date: Circa 1900