An absolutely regal demi-parure from the Victorian era, circa late 1800s. Features a drop necklace and pair of earrings in hallmarked 800 silver, with 8 graduated genuine amethysts in the necklace and a single amethyst in each earring, all in open back. On the necklace, each amethyst is set in an ornate bezel, connected together with links and decorative floral motifs. The earrings have a matching style and hang off vintage kidney-wire hook fastenings. The natural amethysts slightly vary in hue, giving the necklace a natural feel.
Dimensions:
Necklace: Length 43 cm (17 in), amethysts range from 1.52 cm (.58 in) by .96 cm (.38 in) towards the center to .96 cm (.38 in) by .65 cm (.26 in) towards the ends. Each amethyst is unique!
Necklace drop: 2.9 cm (1.2 in)
Earrings: length 2.2 cm (.87 in) by width 1.8 cm (.7 in), amethysts approx 1.2 cm (.47 in) x .9 cm (.35 in)
Total Weight: 27g
Necklace is hallmarked '800'. No hallmarks on earrings. One of the earrings has a minor loss of silver filigree on the bottom - please see photos.
Comes with original packaging courtesy of Churchill's Jewelers, a now-closed jewelry shop with a longstanding reputation for excellence.
Era: Late 1800s, Victorian
