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Amethyst Jewellery

Antique and vintage jewellery set with amethyst. Pieces in stock include carved amethyst intaglio and cameo rings of the 19th century, a Bulgari amethyst signet ring in 18KT gold, a Victorian amethyst fringe necklace in 9KT gold, a Karl Faberge amethyst and diamond brooch in 14KT gold, and amethyst rings, pendants and earrings set with pearls, diamonds and tourmaline.

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Victorian amethyst fringe necklace in 9KT gold

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Carved amethyst

Amethyst has long been carved as intaglios, cut into the stone, and cameos, carved in relief. Several rings in stock carry classical carved heads and armorial seals.

Intaglio and cameo, in cross-section Two carved stones seen in section. Left: an intaglio, the design cut down into a flat surface. Right: a cameo, the design standing up in relief above a flat ground. cut into the stoneraised in relief IntaglioCameo design sunk below the surfacedesign above the ground Drawn by Mozeris. Not to scale.

Colour

Amethyst is the purple variety of quartz. Its colour runs from pale lilac to deep violet; each listing describes the stone.

Questions about amethyst jewellery

What is amethyst?

The purple variety of quartz.

Is amethyst suitable for an everyday ring?

It is a quartz, hard enough for regular wear, though softer than sapphire or diamond, so it should be kept from hard knocks.

What is an amethyst intaglio?

A design carved into the surface of the stone, often used as a seal.

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