Messenger of Beautiful Days

Impressive Necklace Made of Large Amethysts in Silver, Germany c. 1900


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Impressive Necklace Made of Large Amethysts in Silver, Germany c. 1900
Impressive Necklace Made of Large Amethysts in Silver, Germany c. 1900
Description
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Spring flowers, messenger of beautiful days, Dearest, loveliest violet! To your friend: Where do you come from Johanne Juliane Schubert (1776-1864) This impressive necklace made of large, pastel violet amethysts and a small pearl shell in silver looks fresh and modern - and yet is a piece of jewellery with more than 100 years of history. A total of 33 faceted, natural amethysts weighing approx. 148.50 ct in total are set in simple silver frames, the edges of which are adorned with fine milgrains. The actual chain is formed by an alternation of larger, oval-cut stones with round amethysts, which are joined together by silver eyelets. Six amethysts are grouped together as a central showpiece to form a flower in which we can see a large violet. A small pearl shell marks the center of the flower, and three pendant amethysts complete the arrangement of natural gemstones. The violet has a romantic symbolism in the language of flowers, which is why it was relatively popular as a jewelry motif in the c. 1900s. In French, it has the nickname "herbe de la pensée", meaning "plant of remembrance", and is therefore considered a symbol of loving remembrance. The English term "pansy" is derived from this French "pensée", thus manifesting the meaning of the violet as a "souvenir d'amour". It is also similar in Italian: here it is called "viola del pensiero", "violet of memory". In the c. 1900s, when sentimental jewellery and the language of flowers were all the rage, numerous violets were created in very different shapes, mostly made of precious stones, as here. This necklace was obviously also intended to keep the memory of the giver alive. The violet necklace made of large amethysts is a wonderful piece of jewellery in very good condition: ready to wear and a special addition to any collection of antique jewelry!
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Impressive Necklace Made of Large Amethysts in Silver, Germany c. 1900
Messenger of Beautiful Days
€ 1,890.00 *
Content 1 piece
Incl. VAT, Shipping
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