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Carved Amethyst Medallion, Tourmaline and Diamond Platinum Necklace Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Captivating Carved Amethyst Medallion Pendant Necklace depicting a Beautiful
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum

Natural Fine Purple Amethyst and Seed Pearl Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Denver, CO
This large antique cross fashioned from 14kt yellow gold is set with a stunning natural fine purple
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Amethyst Heart Pearl Gold Vintage Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautifully! Victorian Amethyst Hearts and Seed Pearl Gold Necklace. Hand set with 3
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Amethyst Etruscan Revival Necklace Antique Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING ANTIQUE AMETHYST VICTORIAN ETRUSCAN REVIVAL 10-14 KARAT GOLD PENDANT NECKLACE
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

Victorian Night & Day Amethyst Pearl Enamel Drop Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Striking Antique Necklace A particularly pretty antique necklace from the 19th century that is very
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Mid-19th Century European Victorian Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Night & Day Amethyst Pearl Enamel Drop Necklace
Victorian Night & Day Amethyst Pearl Enamel Drop Necklace
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Victorian Enameled Amethyst Rose Cut Diamond Gold Festoon Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
An elaborate amethyst necklace from the Victorian period (ca1880)! This magnificent piece is
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1880s Victorian Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique Amethyst Citrine and Turquoise 20K Yellow Gold Drop Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 16.90 carat amethyst, 0.91 carat citrine and 0.02 carat
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Citrine, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 274.91 Carat Amethyst and Yellow Gold Rivière Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
necklace; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. This fine and impressive antique amethyst
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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1.45 Carat Amethyst and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
amethysts. The necklace is 41.91cm in length, the fine belcher chain securing to the reverse with a bolt
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 4.47 Carat Amethyst and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
pearls and stunning amethysts, displaying a fine color and clarity. The necklace is an exceptional gauge
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Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1910s 1.31 Carat Amethyst and Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive 1.31 carat amethyst and pearl, 15k yellow gold Necklace; part
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1910s Unknown Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.36ct Aquamarine, 3.72ct Citrine, 2.10ct Amethyst Peridot and Pearl Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 2.36 carat aquamarine, 3.71 carat citrine, 2.10 carat amethyst
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1890s Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Pearl, Peridot, Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9.10Ct Amethyst Pearl and 0.20Ct Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
gold and silver set necklace; part of our antique amethyst jewelry collections. This stunning, fine
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Early 1900s Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique 396.09 Carat Amethyst and 14K Yellow Gold Riviere / Collarette Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This impressive antique necklace is exceptional quality, set with stunning amethysts displaying fine
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgian Cannetille Gold Snake Necklace with Amethyst and Emerald Cross Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Georgian cannetille snake necklace, with an amethyst and emerald cross pendant; with the snake
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1830s Georgian Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold

Antique Edwardian Amethyst & Seed Pearl 15K Gold Pendant Necklace Art Nouveau
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this enchanting antique Edwardian art nouveau pendant/brooch necklace
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Early 20th Century Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Pearl, 15k Gold

Antique Edwardian Amethyst Seed Pearl 9K Gold Art Nouveau Pendant Necklace c1905
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this elegant antique Edwardian art nouveau pendant necklace made c.1905
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Early 20th Century Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Pearl, 9k Gold

Platinum and Gold Edwardian Amethyst Briolette and Diamond Necklace circa 1910
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
A lovely Edwardian Amethyst briolette and diamond necklace in platinum, and yellow Gold, ca. 1910
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Nouveau Amethyst Flower Pendant Necklace Poppy Lotus 14 Karat Green Gold
Located in New York, NY
THREE BRIOLETTE CUT AMETHYST DROPS. The exquisite necklace has three briolette faceted natural amethyst
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19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Art Nouveau Pendant Necklace, Amethyst and Pearl, 9 Karat Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
beautiful antique, Art Nouveau era Amethyst and seed pearl pendant necklace. The pendant has an unusual
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Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Flower Necklace Rock Crystal Amethyst Marcasite Sterling Silver Rare
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A WONDERFUL AND VERY RARE MUSEUM QUALITY ORIGINAL ART DECO PENDANT NECKLACE WITH AN
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Rock Crystal, Amethyst, Marcasite, Silver, Sterling Silver

Asian 14K White Gold Hand Carved Amethyst Chinese Export Necklace Opera Length
Located in Lauderdale by the Sea, FL
amethyst spheres decorate the fine gold chain with deep violet colors. The chain length is a versatile 26.5
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Necklace natural 25ctw. Amethyst Pearls 850 Gilt Silver/ 43cm/16.5 gr
Located in SE
necklace: 43 cm. Weight: 16.5 grams Fine used condition. All parts are original, with no repairs or
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Pearl, Silver, Gold

1840 Georgian Gold Filled Amethyst Watch Fob Pendant
Located in Lexington, KY
This stunning Georgian pendant is from 1840 and features bright gold and a great amethyst! The fine
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1840s Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Gold-filled

1840 Georgian Gold Filled Amethyst Watch Fob Pendant
1840 Georgian Gold Filled Amethyst Watch Fob Pendant
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H 1.25 in W 0.75 in L 1 in
Early Victorian, Gold Filled & Amethyst Intaglio Fob
Located in Brisbane, QLD
This beautiful 19th Century fob features an oval amethyst intaglio seal with initials inscribed
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19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Gold, Gold-filled

Antique Victorian Amethyst Diamond 9k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive amethyst pendant has been crafted in 9k yellow gold with a
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19th Century Victorian Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

Antique 1920s Garnet and Amethyst Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diverse gemstone jewelry collections. This fine and impressive amethyst and garnet pendant has been
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1920s Unknown Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Garnet, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 15ct Gold Amethyst and Seed Pearl Pendant
Located in Glasgow, GB
An Edwardian 15ct yellow gold amethyst and seed pearl pendant. The pendant is stamped '15c' to
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 15ct Gold Amethyst and Seed Pearl Pendant
Edwardian 15ct Gold Amethyst and Seed Pearl Pendant
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H 1.74 in W 0.79 in D 0.16 in
Victorian 4.12 Carat Amethyst and Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
. Condition This antique Victorian pendant is fine quality set with impressive amethysts and seed pearls. The
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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 2.40 Carat Amethyst and Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique Victorian 2.40 carat amethyst and seed pearl, 9 karat yellow gold pendant and
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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 6.92 Carat Amethyst and Yellow Gold Cross Pendant, circa 1820
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 6.92 carat amethyst and 19 karat yellow gold cross pendant
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1820s Unknown Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Nouveau Amethyst Cabochon Pendant Child Cherub with Flower Garland
Located in Munich, Bavaria
. The jewel is set with 4 fine coloured amethyst cabochons. The pendant is unmarked, however we presume
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Early 1900s German Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Silver

Antique 6.56 Carat Amethyst and Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
gold chain; part of our antique jewelry collections. This fine and impressive antique amethyst pendant
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1890s Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 9ct Gold Necklace
Located in London, GB
9ct 375 Gold Antique Necklace Comprising of an amethyst gemstone & cultured Stormy blue seed pearl
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Late 19th Century British Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Gold, 9k Gold

Edwardian 9ct Gold Necklace
Edwardian 9ct Gold Necklace
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Antique 45.27 Carat Amethyst and Diamond Yellow Gold Heart Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive 45.27 carat amethyst and 0.95 carat diamond, 18 carat yellow
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19th Century Victorian Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1910s 4.83 Carat Amethyst and Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
, fine and impressive Edwardian amethyst necklace has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with a 9k yellow
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1.63 Carat Amethyst and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant, circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 1.63 carat amethyst and 0.30 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold pendant
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1920s Unknown Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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

1900s Antique 10.88 Carat Amethyst and 1.88 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 10.88 carat amethyst and 1.88 carat diamond 18 karat yellow
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Early 1900s Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold

1910s, Russian 40.68 Carat Amethyst and Demantoid Garnet Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 40.68 Ct amethyst and 1.26 Ct demantoid garnet, 14k yellow
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1910s Russian Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Belle Époque Diamond Amethyst Pendant Platinum 14 karat Yellow Gold
Located in Munich, Bavaria
century. The pendant is set with a fine size round amethyst with a diameter of 1.9 cm mounted in a mille
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1890s European Belle Époque Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique 14k Gold Art Nouveau Brassler Co. Amethyst Pearl Dangle Lavalier Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
features a beautiful textured wheat pattern open wreath design with 2 bezel set amethysts gently dangling
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1910s Art Nouveau Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold

Victorian 33.00 Ct Natural Amethyst Micro Pearl 18 Kt Silver Large Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Victoriana Large and amazingly hand crafted Amethyst pendant dating 1860/70 ca The heavy made mount
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1860s European Victorian Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Amethyst, Enamel, Seed Pearl & 14K Gold Pendant / Brooch - Circa 1910
Located in Chatham, CA
Fine antique amethyst, seed pearl and 14K yellow gold pendant or brooch with blue and white 'forget
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Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Krementz Amethyst Pearl Pendant Brooch 14k Yellow Gold Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Victorian amethyst & seed pearl pendant/brooch (circa 1880s to 1900s
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

7.13 Carat Amethyst and 1.06 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Palladium Set Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine, and impressive 7.13 carat amethyst and 1.06 carat diamond pendant; part of our
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1920s Unknown Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Palladium

Antique 6 Carat Amethyst, Pearl and 18k Yellow Gold Cross Pendant Circa 1880
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 6 carat amethyst, pearl and 18 karat yellow and white gold
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Antique Georgian Gardinière Pendant 15 Kt Gold Amethyst Citrine Pearl Diamond
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This fine example of georgian jewellery is a 15 karat gold pendant designed as a bouquet of flowers
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1820s English George III Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Gold

Georgian Chalcedony, Amethyst, Pearl Silver and Gold Cross Pattée Pendant, 1790
Located in London, GB
A Georgian cross pattée, with a faceted, cushion shaped amethyst, set in the centre, with a cluster
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1810s Unknown Georgian Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Chalcedony, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Gold, Silver

Holbeinesque Amethyst Diamond Enamel Natural Pearl and Gold Pendant, Circa 1865
Located in Firenze, IT
An Holbein style amethyst, diamond, enamel, natural pearl and gold pendant, circa 1865 It is oval
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1860s British Holbeinesque Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Victorian 9ct Gold Miniature Amethyst Fob Seal with Carved Fly, circa 1880
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
engraved into a hexagonal amethyst base. The body of the fob has delicately chased panels with a stepped
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1880s English Late Victorian Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Amethyst, Diamond, Sapphire and Ruby Pin/Pendant, circa 1925
Located in Aspen, CO
Art Deco pendant with a carved natural amethyst (probably Siberian because of the presences of
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1920s Art Deco Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

French 1790 Georgian Guilloche Enameled Pendant 18Kt Gold 4.26 Diamonds Amethyst
Located in Miami, FL
natural Russian purple Amethyst of about 2.01 carats. Has a total weight of 28.3 Grams and a measures of
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1790s French Georgian Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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

Art Nouveau Rose Cut Diamond Lily Pad Pendant Amethyst Enamel Charm 14K Gold
Located in New York, NY
, AND AMETHYST, IN 14K WHITE AND YELLOW GOLD WITH A GORGEOUS TRANSLUCENT GREEN ENAMEL LILY PAD LEAF AT
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Diamond, White Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Antique 8.18 Carat Aquamarine 5.14 Carat Amethyst and Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
seed pearls encompassing the feature aquamarine. The amethyst pendant suspends from a fine 18k yellow
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1910s Unknown Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Aquamarine, Pearl, Yellow Gold

1890s Russian Multi Gemstone 15 Karat Gold Necklace
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A very chic 1890s Russian necklace, beautifully composed with various fine gemstones. The center
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Late 19th Century Russian Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Amethyst, Aquamarine, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Pe...

Antique Victorian Garnet Pearl Necklace 9ct Gold Lavaliere
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
This superb Victorian Amethyst and pearl gold necklace was handcrafted in England around 1880. A
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1880s British Victorian Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

Antique Belle Epoque Paste Drop Pendant Necklace, Sterling Silver
Located in NEWARK, GB
A stunning Antique Edwardian era, Belle Epoque sterling silver paste pendant necklace. It has a
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Sterling Silver

Antique Edwardian Pink Tourmaline & Seed Pearl 15K Gold Pendant Necklace - c.19
Located in London, GB
necklace set in 15ct made c.1910. The goldwork is beautifully crafted with a naturalistic art nouveau
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Early 20th Century Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Pearl, Tourmaline, 15k Gold

Ancient Roman Byzantine Bronze Cross Pendant Necklace Helena Holy Water 700 AD
Located in New York, NY
eighth century AD. The extremely fine bronze cross depicts Helena holding holy water in her right hand
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15th Century and Earlier Turkish Byzantine Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Silver, Bronze

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Located in Stamford, CT
A regal 18 kt Edwardian diamond and amethyst pendant/brooch to exoresses your loving thoughts
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine

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Diamond, Amethyst, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

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Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact antique amethyst necklace fine you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of gold, yellow gold and 18k gold, this item was constructed with great care. You’re likely to find the perfect antique amethyst necklace fine among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 20th Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic antique amethyst necklace fine over the years, but those made by Coomi and Liberty & Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful. An oval cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and mixed cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for an antique amethyst necklace fine, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Antique Amethyst Necklace Fine?

The price for an antique amethyst necklace fine starts at $504 and tops out at $59,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $4,098.

Finding the Right necklaces for You

We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners.

Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers. 

In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs. 

For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone. 

Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage necklaces designed by David Webb — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt

On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.