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Marina J. Unique Pearl Draped Necklace with Vintage Amethyst Silver Centerpiece
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous One of One Necklace by Marina J. This piece features a Vintage Victorian Inspired Silver
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Silver

New Santa Maria 14.7 ct Color Changing Amethyst RGold Plated Pendant
Located in Eagan, MN
This pendant is just beautiful! The stone is from Brazil and is just exquisite. It is a very high
Category

2010s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Amethyst, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver, Rose Gold

Art Deco Flower Necklace Rock Crystal Amethyst Marcasite Sterling Silver Rare
Located in New York, NY
EXTRAORDINARY FLOWER MOTIF CARVED ROCK CRYSTAL PENDANT SET IN A STERLING SILVER SURMOUNT WITH TWO ROUND AMETHYST
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Rock Crystal, Amethyst, Marcasite, Silver, Sterling Silver

New 14.Carat Amethyst Diamond Cut Sapphire Rose Gold PL Pendant Necklace 18"
Located in Eagan, MN
The stone is from Brazil and is just exquisite. The stone is a fancy oval cut Amethyst and is
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian 14.50 carat amethyst diamond 18k yellow gold and silver necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Crafted in a romantic blend of 18k yellow gold and silver, the 2 x 1 1/4 inch pendant hangs gracefully
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Pink Opal Amethyst Pendent Set in 18K Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Pink Opal & Amethyst Pendent Set in 18K & Silver Can we worn as a brooch or
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Greek Cross with Black Rhodium Ruby Amethyst Sterling Silver 18 Karat Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Unique Vintage Sterling Silver 925 & 18k Gold in black rhodium Cross Hand made in India. Approx 1.5
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Early 2000s Indian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Ruby, Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

New Uruguay 32.5 Ct Purple Amethyst 14k Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Pendant
Located in Eagan, MN
noticed. The weight in Grams is 3.50. The pendant itself is 1.25 inches long and .75 inches wide. I
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Necklace natural 22ctw. Amethyst Pearls Gilt Silver/42.5cm/ 15.2 gr
Located in SE
Early XX cent. beautiful arrangement of 10 oval cut of natural Amethyst stones and 14 Seed Pearls
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, Silver

19th Century Pendant Featuring an 45ct Amethyst under a Sapphire Crown
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
An impressive 45 carat oval faceted and deeply saturated amethyst gracefully set framed in a
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Antique Late 19th Century European Renaissance Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Emerald, Oriental Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Austro Hungarian Amethyst Necklace
Located in Miami Beach, FL
, this pendant necklace features a rectangular amethyst hanging from a pear garnet drop. Central amethyst
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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Garnet, Pearl, Silver, Gilt Metal

Native American AC Sterling Silver Multi-Stone Cross Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Native American AC Stamped Sterling Silver Multi-Stone Cross Pendant- This lovely Native
Category

20th Century Unknown Native American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, Sterling Silver

Pomellato, Dodo Serpent 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Amethysts Pendant
By Pomellato
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
SERPENT YOU TEMPT ME 18kt yellow gold and Amethysts pendant READY TO SHIP *Shipment of this piece
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Art Deco Style Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace with Green Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This sterling silver art deco style pendant necklace features a large 15x15x8 mm green quartz
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz, Silver, Sterling Silver

New African Kashmir Blue Oval 2 Carat Sapphire Sterling Silver Pendant
Located in Eagan, MN
The main stone is natural and is 7.8 x 6 mm Total carat weight is 7.97. The weight in Grams is 1.59. It is 7/8ths inches long and 3/8ths inches wide. I have many items on auction ...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver

Yianni Creations Fine Silver and 24 Karat Gold Two-Tone Aquamarine Pendant
By Yianni Creations
Located in Astoria, NY
Presenting Yianni Creations handcrafted pendant from Midas Collection, all 100% Handmade Artisan
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, ...

LB offers Vintage Bakelite buckle Sterling Floral Brooch Amethyst Glass Necklace
By Lorraines Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
sterling silver floral brooch necklace. Vintage Czech glass yellow beads provide contrast to the dominant
Category

Mid-20th Century American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver

Star Pendant Necklace with Colored Gemstones, Chain Necklace with Star Pendant
Located in Istanbul, TR
Star pendant with colored gemstones. Chain necklace with star pendant. Metal: silver 925, plated
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Topaz, 14k Gold, Silver

Citrine Amethyst Peridot Garnet and Tourmaline Gem Necklace Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful and finely detailed Citrine, Amethyst, Peridot and Garnet Pendant set in Sterling Silver
Category

2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, Tourmaline, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

New 8.4 Carat Amethyst Diamond Cut Sapphire Rose Gold PL Sterling Necklace 18"
Located in Eagan, MN
925 sterling silver setting. The pendant itself is 27 mm long and 16.3 mm wide. It is on a Rose Gold
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold, Rose Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold and Silver Tourmaline Diamond Cross Pendant
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer cross pendant is all handmade and decorated with granulation work from
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, White Diamond, Blue ...

14.90 Carat Natural Loose Purple Amethyst Fancy Cut Gemstone from Brazil Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Type : Amethyst Weight : 14.90 Carats Dimensions: 17.3x14.9x10.1 mm Clarity : Clean Origin
Category

Early 2000s Brazilian Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Silver, Silver Plate, Steel, Stainless Steel

Modernist Gaia Goddess of Earth inspired Pendant
Located in Toronto, ON
with a surround of 11 silver abstract set lapis lazuli with bezel set pear faceted purple amethyst
Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Gold, Sterling Silver

Silver and Amethyst Pendant necklace
Located in Darnestown, MD
Striking artisan made silver and amethyst pendant on a handmade chain. The pendant can be removed
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Chain Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Gorgeous 27.60 Carat Natural Loose Purple Amethyst Asscher Cut Gemstone for Sell
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Type : Amethyst Weight : 27.60 Carats Dimensions : 17.8x17.7x14.2 mm Clarity : Eye Clean
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold, 15k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold,...

New Brazilian 51 Carat Purple Ametrine Sterling Pendant on 19" Magnetic Chain
Located in Eagan, MN
This pendant is just so beautiful! The stone is from Brazil and is just exquisite. It is a very
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver, Silver Plate

New Brazilian IF 20.40 Ct Yellow Green Ametrine Sapphire Sterling Pendant
Located in Eagan, MN
What a gorgeous pendant! It's so cool how you can see the division of the yellow and the green in
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

New African IF Trillian Cut Swiss Blue Topaz White Sapphire Sterling Pendant
Located in Eagan, MN
What a gorgeous pendant! The stone was mined in Africa and is just exquisite. It is an authentic
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Tourmaline, Silver, Sterling Silver

New Brazilian If Blue Green Ametrine Neon Blue Sapphire Sterling Pendant
Located in Eagan, MN
This pendant has such beautiful color! The stone was mined in Brazil and is just exquisite. The
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Amethyst, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Barbara Bixby Sterling 18K Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Pendant Necklace #18678
Located in Washington Depot, CT
amethyst pendant crafted from sterling silver with 18K yellow gold detailing! This pendant is paired with a
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20th Century Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

New Brazilian 13 Ct Purple Yellow Ametrine Rose Gold Plated Sterling Pendant 18"
Located in Eagan, MN
This pendant is just so beautiful! The stone is from Brazil and is just exquisite. It is a very
Category

2010s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Spinel, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Silver...

19.76 Carat Amethyst Sterling Silver Pendant
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
set in a Sterling Silver pendant.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Diamond Sapphire Peridot Tourmaline Aquamarine Yellow Gold Owl Pendant Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Pendant is made of 9K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver. This Pendant has 0.33 Carats of White
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Peridot, Qu...

Artemis Macedon Ancient Silver Coin Medallion 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
-148 B.C. set in 18K yellow gold with bullet amethyst, garnet, topaz, citrine and peridot cabochons
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver

Diamond Sapphire Peridot Tourmaline Aquamarine Yellow Gold Owl Pendant Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Pendant is made of 9K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver. This Pendant has 0.33 Carats of White
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Pe...

Diamond Sapphire Peridot Tourmaline Aquamarine Yellow Gold Owl Pendant Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Pendant is made of 9K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver. This Pendant has 0.33 Carats of White
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Pe...

William Spratling Amethyst Mexican Silver Pendant Brooch
By William Spratling
Located in Point Richmond, CA
This iconic Spratling Brooch Pendant from the Mexican Silver Renaissance features a 3/4" amethyst
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Silver

Unique 24 Carat Greem Amethyst Sterling Silver Pendant
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
silver pendant. The silver chain is not included. This gemstone is so clear it photographs right
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21st Century and Contemporary American Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

15 Carat Natural Amethyst Cocktail Sterling Silver Pendant
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
15 Carat brilliant purple 15 mm round sparkling Amethyst set in a Sterling Silver pendant.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Antique Russian Amethyst Silver Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
sword with a silver double edged blade piercing an oval faceted amethyst. The amethyst is 16 x 13 x
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Antique Late 19th Century Russian Brooches

Materials

Amethyst

800 Silver Fish Amethyst Pin/Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 800 Silver Fish Amethyst Pin/Pendant- This lovely piece features a beautifully detailed
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20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

Silver

Bezel 1.35ct Topaz 1.45ct Amethyst Dangling Sterling Silver Pendant
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
A very beautiful and delicate dangling pendant in sterling silver for wearing everyday. The pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Amethyst, Topaz, Sterling Silver

54.82 Carat of Amethyst and Diamond Sterling Silver Pendant
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
brilliant 24 mm x 24 mm (48.75 carat) Amethyst set in a 2 1/3 inch long pendant swinging from a lovely loop
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Silver Ring 473A with Amethyst Sphere Pendant
By Georg Jensen
Located in Magenta, IT
Unusual silver ring with an Amethyst sphere mounted on a movable pendant. Designed by Regitze
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Silver

New 3 Carat Marquise Paraiba Blue Apatite Sunburst 14k Gold P Sterling Necklace
Located in Eagan, MN
This necklace is just beautiful. I love the design. The pendant has two cuts of gemstones
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Multi-gemstone, Amethyst, Paraiba, White Gold, 14k Gold, Sterl...

Samuel B Sterling Multi Color Gemstone Bali Necklace and Earrings
Located in Eagan, MN
blue pouch. It's just a unique design. There are gemstones ranging from Sapphires, Amethyst, Aquamarine
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Peridot, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver 15ct Oval Amethyst White Quartz Fine Halo Pendant
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Details: Metal: 925 Sterling Silver Metal Color: White/ Silver Pendant height (including bail) x width
Category

20th Century Thai Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz, Sterling Silver

Beautiful David Yurman Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver Amethyst Pendant
By David Yurman
Located in Dallas, TX
This is a beautiful sterling silver David Yurman pendant with gold accents featuring an amethyst
Category

20th Century More Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

David Yurman Albion Sterling Silver Amethyst Natural Diamond Pendant Enhancer
By David Yurman
Located in Baltimore, MD
David Yurman Albion Sterling Silver Amethyst & Natural Diamond Pendant Enhancer Metal: Sterling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Sterling Silver

Clarissa Bronfman Ruby, Diamond, Sapphire, Angel Gypsy Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
bottom pendants can be removed so piece can also be worn as a bracelet. Wearer is able to interchange
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver

LB offers Vintage Art Nouveau French belt buckle centerpiece Agates Necklace
By Lorraines Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
centerpiece necklace. This buckle is layered with vintage Sterling Silver and Marcasite animal brooches and
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Marcasite, Vermeil, Sterling Silver, Brass

Georg Jensen Vivianna Silver Amethyst and Diamond Pendant
By Georg Jensen
Located in Southampton, PA
stylish accent to your ensembles. The pendant is beautifully made of silver and it is embellished with a
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21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Silver

New Brazilian IF 13.2 ct Purple Blue Ametrine Sterling Necklace Adj Chain
Located in Eagan, MN
can adjust it to any length for the outfit you're wearing. The pendant with the bail measures 1
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Sapphire, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Double Strand Amethyst Necklace with Amethyst Pendant February Birthstone
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Custom made, sparkling, long pear shaped Amethyst in deep Sterling Silver bezel setting hanging
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21st Century and Contemporary American Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal

1997 Stephen Dweck Amethyst Sterling Silver Amethyst Necklace never worn
By Stephen Dweck
Located in Wallkill, NY
Removable Rose Amethyst Pendant Set in Sterling Silver. Fantastic Modern Bicycle Chain in Sterling
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1990s American Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Amethysts Garnets Stone Pearls, Cameo, 9Kt Rose Gold and Silver Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
mounted with a row of pearls and a pendant mounted with a central cameo surrounded by amethysts,garnets
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Garnet, Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Pearls, Diamonds, Amethyst, Topazs, Peridots, Garnets, Tsavorite Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
message center. Beautiful pendant necklace in 9 karat rose gold and silver structure mounted with a
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Peridot, Topaz, Tsavorite, 9k Gold, Ro...

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Amethyst Pendant Silver For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact piece of amethyst pendant silver you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Silver, Sterling Silver and Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 85 antique edition and 106 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect item from our selection of amethyst pendant silver may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A choice in our collection of amethyst pendant silver from David Yurman, Gemjunky/M D Designs and Yianni Creations — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. An object in our assortment of amethyst pendant silver of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Amethyst, from our inventory of 160, is particularly popular. An oval cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and mixed cut versions for sale. Finding an option in this array of amethyst pendant silver for sale for women should be easy, but there are 84 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Amethyst Pendant Silver?

The price for a piece of amethyst pendant silver starts at $95 and tops out at $29,883 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $1,033.

The Legacy of Amethyst in Jewelry Design

There are few gemstones in the world that are both affordable and worthy of a duchess’s attention. But then not many stones are as beautiful as amethyst. Indeed, vintage and antique amethyst jewelry has innumerable fans, and February’s birthstone has many unique attributes. For the romantics, there are several tales in Greek mythology that tell the story of Bacchus and Amethyste, a maiden that he pursues yet is rescued by Diane by turning her into a white stone. Bacchus, mourning his love, pours a glass of wine over the sculpture, dyeing her purple.

Amethyst has adorned many royal jewels. One of the most enviable jewelry collections of all time belonged to Wallis Simpson, the Duchess of Windsor. In 1947, the Duke gifted her with a Cartier amethyst and turquoise bib necklace. This special order piece was made with twisted 18-carat and 20-carat gold, platinum, brilliant- and baguette-cut diamonds, one heart-shaped faceted amethyst, 27 emerald-cut amethysts, one oval faceted amethyst, and turquoise cabochons. The Duchess was not the only Royal with a penchant for the purple gemstone. The tiara now owned by Queen Silvia of Sweden is set with amethysts that once belonged to the French Empress Josephine. A stunning 56-carat cushion-cut, square-shaped amethyst set in an 18-karat yellow gold necklace designed by Tiffany Co. is now in the collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.

The Smithsonian also has in its possession an even more rare example of fine amethyst: the 96-carat Morris Amethyst Brooch. The brooch features a deep, rich purple heart-shaped amethyst. The museum states that the piece was likely made during the Edwardian period (1901–15) “when platinum and diamonds were often used, and amethyst, a favorite stone of King Edward VII’s wife, Alexandra, was often included in jewelry of the era.”

Another amethyst necklace, with an even richer story, can be found in the Natural History Museum of London. Known as the Delhi Purple Sapphire (even though the stone is an amethyst), this stone was stolen from the Temple of Indra during the Indian Mutiny of 1857. Anyone in possession of this stone is bound to have terrible luck, including its owner Edward Heron-Allen, who gifted the gemstone to the museum thinking that this would save him but ended up transferring the bad luck to the museum curators overseeing the stone.

Find a wide range of vintage and antique amethyst necklaces, bracelets and other fine jewelry on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right Pendant-necklaces for You

Whether you’re layering multiple jewelry pieces or opting for a single strand, vintage pendant necklaces are versatile accessories that can elevate your casual wear as easily as they can add a creative flourish to your formal attire.

The earliest jewelry was less about accessorizing than it was about wearers arming themselves with amulets. In Ancient Egypt, some amulets featured a loop so that they could be strung around one’s neck. While rubies have long been one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money, members of some ancient civilizations valued the stones from the get-go, donning ruby pendants as well as other stones with the belief that these adornments would bring protection, healing powers or strength. Today, we still wear our charm bracelets and charm pendants around our necks for good luck.

Later, pendant necklaces, like most fine jewelry, were worn strictly by royalty or the upper class and conferred wealth and prestige. This changed over time, thankfully, as wearing jewelry became more widespread, a democratized means of personal expression.

During the 18th and 19th centuries, pendant necklaces evolved from their status as spiritual amulets, but the jewels still carried deep personal significance. Victorian pendants, in particular, were part of the “mourning jewelry” tradition. Wearers would embed their pendants with locks of hair from a deceased loved one as a way of grieving in the wake of a loss. In the case of cameo jewelry, some pendants were even decorated with miniature hand-carved portraits in a detailed raised relief. Today, portraiture is still a characteristic of many of the hand-carved pendant necklaces offered by Italian jewelry house Scala Gioielli.

Luxury fine jewelry brands such as Cartier, BVLGARI and David Yurman offer their own unique interpretations of the cherished accessory, embellishing platinum or gold pendant necklaces with diamonds, sapphires and other stones.

On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary range of vintage pendant necklaces and other necklaces today.

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