Amethyst Riviere Necklace | Antique Amethyst Necklace bloodstone We are providing the option

We are providing the option to purchase the pendant with or without the 18 inch 14k gold chain depicted in the photos

but acid test for 14k gold

The charm was originally an antique stick pin (circa 1900-1910) transformed with the addition of a hidden bail

this elegant necklace features a winged motif adorned with luminous half pearls and a sparkling pink sapphire briolette drop

while there is a warrior carved on the reverse

Amethyst Riviere Necklace | Antique Amethyst Necklace bloodstone We are providing the optionAmethyst has been a beloved stone since ancient times. In Greek mythology, a young girl named Amethyst was turned to stone by the Goddess Diana to protect her from Dionysus, the God of wine. Dionysus was deeply saddened over this and when his tears hit his wine goblet, the stone maiden is said to have turned from white quartz to a beautiful purple hue. This antique amethyst riviere necklace (circa 1880 1900) features 33 faceted natural amethyst stones