Amethyst Jewelry

During the ArtDeco period when Gabriel "Coco" Chanel was at her peak as a Parisian couture fashion-designer in the early 1930s, this antique one-of-a-kind handcrafted gem-fringed and gilt-chain medallion brooch with trombone clasp was commissioned to accessorize one of her clothing designs. Marked only "FRANCE" like some early 1930s Chanel couture jewelry (without a brand stamp until the 1950s), its artistic origin is most likely from ornate organic-form sketches by her favorite parurer Fulco di Verdura. The Sicilian duke began creating fabric patterns for Chanel in 1927, which shortly expanded to fine jewelry beginning with custom pieces for herself. These include the iconic Byzantine-influenced gem-adorned cuffs referencing the Maltese military-cross, which the French designer can often be seen wearing in circa-1930s photos. This bright yellow-gold brooch suits goldsmith Verdura's early anti-Art-Deco aesthetic that was considered a radical departure from 1920s silver-tone jewelry, which otherwise featured linear geometric designs or figurative representation. The softly-shaped deconstructed gem-bouquet mixes amethyst and rose-quartz beads with natural Keshi pearls and intricate tiny gilt leaves, which are wired to a Baroque-motif open-work frame that dangles another gem surrounded by a thick gilt-rope halo. Notably, Verdura is credited with re-introducing since Victorian times the rope motif to jewelry. Since 1930, Verdura's unique style was influenced by travels with Chanel to explore Byzantine art, Baroque architecture, and exotic flora-and-fauna among his native Italian aristocratic estate. The legendary fashion-editor Diane Vreeland and American entertainment-stars were among the first Chanel clients to acquire couture real-gem-adorned jewelry made by Verdura, while one of the two brooches treasured by Vreeland was titled "Theodora". See our photo of the Byzantine mosaic of Empress Theodora, whose image wearing many teardrop pearls above her chest and surrounded by a golden halo seems to be the inspiration for this brooch. As one of the most important modern-design collaborations, Chanel's close relationship with Verdura lasted largely-undocumented years in Paris, until he launched his first outside jewelry venture with a Hollywood designer-boutique after emigrating to the United States in 1934. By 1939 as a financially-backed in-demand goldsmith, he founded the namesake jewelry-company Verdura in NYC. After he retired in 1973, the brand continued to operate without him with different owners. Given the duo's designs that played with historic and military references, Chanel's couture commission for this purple medallion may have been sparked in the early 1930s when the internationally-new...

Indulge in the captivating allure of our pyramid gold ring, a mesmerizing blend of elegance and sophistication. This exquisite ring features a motif of alternating round amethysts an...

Our gold band ring, adorned with a mesmerizing motif of Swiss topaz and amethyst squares encircled by delicate granulations, is a symphony of color and detail that elevates your styl...

Adorn yourself with a gold pendant featuring a unique design, where a square amethyst and a pear-shaped peridot harmonize, a captivating masterpiece that celebrates individuality and...

Discover the exquisite charm of our rounded pear-shaped gold pendant, adorned with a square amethyst and an oval pink tourmaline, a harmonious blend of gemstones and design that exud...

Embrace the allure of our rectangular pendant, adorned with two square amethysts and a square Swiss topaz, enveloped by meticulously crafted granulations, an exquisite blend of geome...

These captivating rectangle-shaped earrings feature two square amethyst gems and a square Swiss topaz, embodying a harmonious blend of structured elegance and vibrant color. 100% ha...

Long very smart single strand sautoir of multi cut faceted beautiful rich colored amethysts accented with brilliantly colored turquoise beads flanked with pear shaped black cultured ...

Imbued with the rich heritage of Byzantine artistry, our meticulously crafted gold ring showcases intricate details that capture the essence of ancient craftsmanship. Flanked by two ...

Classic cross completely handmade in the old traditional way in 18 karats gold set with princess cut amethyst decorated with granulation in different sizes.

Turning jewelry into art is a salient characteristic of Alex Soldier's work. Whether in explosive, colorful abstractions or representational works that capture the perfect delicacy o...

Turning jewelry into art is a salient characteristic of Alex Soldier's work. Whether in explosive, colorful abstractions or representational works that capture the perfect delicacy o...

Byzantine empire, circa 6th century AD. The hollow gold ring is embellished with an oval cabochon cut amethyst. The amethyst measures 12.38 x 7.55 mm. Size of the bezel is 15 x 11 mm...

Design: This highly textured piece derives its interest from contrast and craftsmanship. The beaded, tarnish- resistant Argentium silver setting provi...

Cross Hand hammering Pendant Necklace handcrafted in 22Kt yellow gold, featurig pearl center and carved Amethyst in each edge. This One-Of-A-Kind cross is created using the ancestra...

Byzantine style Multi-Gem bracelet/necklace in 18 karat gold. Set with 4 emerald cut gemstones of varying species and colors. Handcrafted in Germany with bezel set Kunzite, Citrine, ...

This beautiful bracelet is a stunning addition to any jewelry collection. Expertly crafted from 14k solid yellow gold, it features gorgeous blue and pink tourmaline, amethyst, and ci...

Georgios Collections designer asymmetrical oval all handmade heavy decorated two-tone ring crafted from sterling silver, solid 18 Karat yellow gold and finished with a black Rhodium ...

This rare bracelet is handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold and is decorated with the use of a microscope for precise detail. The decorations are all set individually one by one f...

Verdura "Byzantine" pendant brooch in 18k yellow gold, centering a larger sugarloaf cabochon-cut amethyst surrounded by cabochon-cut emeralds at the cardinal points, as well as a var...