An Antique Siberian Amethyst and Demantoid Pendant Necklace

Russian, circa 1900

The 14K rose gold openwork pendant is designed as a stylized flower head centered with a huge sparkling bright purple

Siberian amethyst (22 x 20 x 17.8 mm, approximately 45.66 ct).

The petals of the flower are highlighted by eight bright apple green Russian demantoids. The bail is bezel-set with a rectangular demantoid.

The rope chain is marked with 56 zolotnik (14K) old Russian gold standard,

Moscow assay mark for 1899-1908 with initials of assay master Ivan Lebedkin and maker’s initials.

Size of the pendant without bail 42 mm (1 5/8 in.) x 40 mm (1 5/8 in.) x 19 mm (3/4 in.)

Length of the chain 48 cm (19 in.)

Total weight 30.32 grams