Beautiful natural polished amethyst gemstone in sterling silver setting. A vintage artist crafted piece that encapsulates the past, present and future beauty. It’s a precious reminder for any jewelry collection that some of the best things take time.

Amethyst is formed within the earth starting with lava and in a process that takes millions of years, some created over 100 million years.

It has been regarded as one of the most precious gemstones, as valued as diamonds and a symbol of royalty. In the Bible, amethyst is one of the 12 foundation gemstones of the New Jerusalem to come (heaven on earth) and represents one of the 12 Tribes of Israel. it has adorned clergy as a symbol of Christ, English regalia in the Middle Ages, Saint Valentine in a ring with Cupid carved into the stone and been utilized and treasured by Leonardo da Vinci.

Dimensions: 2" length w/ bale; 15/16" width; 12.17 grams; Amethyst est 18.62 carats