Smithsonian Institution Exclusive
Description
Scintillate with this artisan Faceted Amethyst Drop Necklace. Presented in an elegant handmade setting, a graduated trio of faceted amethysts culminates the simple snake chain. Sterling silver. Made in India.
Museum Story
The most valuable of quartz gems, amethysts are displayed in our National Museum of Natural History's Janet Annenberg Hooker Hall of Geology Gems and Minerals, where glittering highlights include the 168 carat Mackay emerald and diamond necklace, the enormous Carmen Lúcia ruby, and a spectacular 401.5 carat emerald-cut amethyst.
Details
18"l with 1.5"l. pendant and lobster clasp.
