![]() ![]() The 3 gemstones’ rows are set on a yellow gold mounting, closing at the back with a clasp presenting an additional oval cut amethyst. It is emphasized by 27 emerald cut amethysts alternated with turquoise beads’ clusters and diamonds. Cartier, a creative pioneer, introduced it in 1947 with a majestic bib necklace composed of an important central heart shape cabochon amethyst. However, it is in the mid XXth that the real trend for this striking gems’ combination starts. This elegant necklace belonged to the Duchess of Marlborough and appeared at Christie’s auctions sales in 1978, then at Sotheby’s in 2018, sold for 162.5k CHF. The center pear cut amethyst is highlighted by 6 cabochon cut turquoises and by several rows of diamonds. In 1915, Cartier unveiled this splendid art deco pendant representing a colorful vase of flowers. Nowadays, the purple gem is mostly seen as an oval cut stone, or as beads and cabochons, but it can also appear with any kind of cut. It was often featuring engravings with writings, symbols and drawings. We discovered that this stone was already used in jewelry back in 3000 BC, during the Ancient Egyptian Era. It is related to the Greek origin’s name: Amethystos, meaning sober. ![]() Their natural formation creates beautiful crystal structures and fascinating geodes.Īmethyst is February’s birthstone and is said to prevent from intoxication and protect its wearer from evil thoughts. ![]() Regarding its extraction, this fine stone is mostly found in Russia, Africa and South America with major sources in Uruguay and Brazil. It is a relatively resistant gem, reaching 7 on Mohs’ scale, graded after diamond, corundum and emerald. If heated at high temperatures, the amethyst will be affected by a color change and become a citrine with a different iron oxidation. Most of the time, it has a high transparency with a clean internal body as it is extremely common to find flawless amethysts without any inclusion. It is popular for its purple or violet color with a light red or blue hue, which is due to irradiation. Despite being a rather affordable stone, amethyst is considered to be the most valuable variety in the Quartz family. ![]()
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