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Antique 14K Gold & Amethyst Demi Parure

Currency:USD Category:Jewelry Start Price:1,000.00 USD Estimated At:1,500.00 - 3,000.00 USD
Antique 14K Gold & Amethyst Demi Parure
Item/Description: Fabulous antique Victorian 14K gold and amethyst three piece parure consists of a ring and pair of dangle drop pierced earrings. Hand-crafted after ancient Etruscan design, the set exhibits exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail including balls, scrollwork, braiding, and layered surfaces giving the jewelry a three dimensional quality. All are set with faceted lavender amethyst oval shaped gemstones. Open backed settings allows for maximal illumination of the beautiful amethysts.

The ornate ring has a spider web scalloped design, accented by balls and triangles, all hand-applied. A recessed mounting gives the ring depth and texture. A ring of natural white seed pearls threaded onto gold wire in groupings of seven. Center prong-set flashing amethyst gemstone, tapered shoulders to band. Hallmarked: 14KT AP.

The dangle drop earrings are articulated and shaped like shields. Shepherd's hook ear wires are soldered to a top hanging bale from which the bottom segment, neoclassical in design swings. Accented with balls and swirls and beading. Oval faceted amethyst prong-set into an ornate, open backed mounting. Unmarked.

Material: 14K Yellow Gold, Amethyst

Dimensions Ring: Crown Length: 3/4"; Width: 3/4"; approximately 6.4 grams; size 3 1/2. Dimensions Earrings: Length: 1 3/4"; Drop Length: 1"; Width: 5/8"; approximately 7.1 grams; 13.5 grams total weight

Condition: Very Fine. Gold free of damage and repair. Gemstones secure in settings. Signs of age, use, and wear include scratches, scuffs, flea bite to table of amethyst ring at facet edge, visible upon magnification, and slight bend to shepherd's hook ear wire.

Age: Early 20th Century

Provenance: Private Estate

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