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Amethyst Royale - Victorian English 14K/10K Gold Natural Amethyst Brooch. This lovely brooch is crafted from 14K (bezel) and 10K gold (findings), tested and confirmed. The brooch features an oval fancy cut natural amethyst, Victorian era styling, and high quality craftsmanship. The gallery on this brooch showcases an expertly bezel-set purple amethyst, displaying violet/pinkish hues. The frame of the bezel consists of a delicate twisted rope design, and exquisite engravings of scroll type decoration. The pin on the back is held in place with a 'C' type hook, which is original to the piece. This Victorian era brooch can be worn on your favorite piece of clothing, or on a velvet ribbon as a choker. Truly a wonderful collectible piece from the Victorian era. 

Note: Appraisal included with the brooch. Contemporary appraisals do not reflect the antique value of the piece. Appraised at $1450.00 + GST = $1522.50

Comments: Stunning piece. Beautiful large amethyst and exquisite detail on the bezel. 

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.

Gold was generally used for a couple thousand years solely to create things such as jewelry and idols for worship. This was until around 1500 BC when the ancient empire of Egypt, which benefited greatly from its gold-bearing region, Nubia, made gold the first official medium of exchange for international trade.

In History of the United Kingdom, the Victorian era was the period of Queen Victoria's reign, from the 20th of June 1837 until her death on the 22nd of January 1901.  

Measurements : Brooch 21.00 mm x 21.50 mm    

Stone Size: Amethyst  10.00  Carat 

Weight: 5.15 grams 

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: Brooch England      

Date: Circa 1880