Description
Very ornate Victorian 10k Gold Taille D Epargne Enamel Amethyst Pearls Ring in size 5.25. It has been jeweler tested and is guaranteed to be solid 10K yellow gold. Tests very strongly at 10K and is likely a little more pure. Size of top is just about 7/8″ tall North to South by 3/4″ East to West. Ring size is just at 5 1/4. Weight is 6.2 grams. The pearls are 2.75mm, cream white, and natural. The amethyst is 8mm by 5mm, an early cushion cut and natural with its own natural characteristics. The condition of the ring is excellent. All of the fancy engraved and twisted gold work on the top is done by hand. This is a lovely showy Victorian statement ring for your collection.
About Amethyst WIKI:
Amethyst is a violet variety of quartz often used in jewelry. The name comes from the ancient Greek ἀ a- (“not”) and μέθυστοςméthystos (“intoxicated”). This is because it is a reference to the belief that the stone protected its owner from drunkenness. In addition, the ancient Greeks wore amethyst and made drinking vessels decorated with amethysts since they believed that it would prevent intoxication. Being one of several forms of quartz, amethyst is a semiprecious stone. Another use as the traditional birthstone for February.
Much as Greeks and Europeans used amethyst it was also used as a gemstone by the ancient Egyptians. Hence, it was largely employed for intaglio engraved gems.
The Greeks believed amethyst gems could prevent intoxication. Likewise, medieval European soldiers wore amethyst amulets as protection in battle. This was a result of the belief that amethysts heal people and keep them cool-headed. In fact, beads of amethyst were found in Anglo-Saxon graves in England. Finally, Western Christian bishops wear an episcopal ring often set with an amethyst. Hence, this is an allusion to the description of the Apostles as “not drunk” at Pentecost in Acts 2:15.
Consequently, amethyst is still used today for jewelry making.
