Antique: Late Georgian/Early Victorian Amethyst Brooch

The rich yellow of this high carat, foliate surround beautifully contrasts with this vivid and bright purple Amethyst.

This oval cut amethyst is collet set with a hand-carved border of leaves, flowers, and scallop shells.

The style, setting, and findings indicate that it is either late Georgian or early Victorian. Currently a brooch, but it would make a stunning pendant. Consider pairing it with an Albert Watch Chain in yellow gold.

• The brooch is 15 ct gold (tested).
• It is oval in shape and measures approximately 1.1 inches/30 mm by just under an inch (.96)/24.3 mm. The Amethyst measures 20 mm by 15 mm.

• England.

• Late Georgian/Early Victorian, no hallmarks.

• It is in good antique condition. There are signs of wear and use commensurate with age. There are some small surface scratches in general. The gem has inclusions typical of an Amethyst. They are not eye visible (i.e. visible only via magnification (loupe/microscope).

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