Gold oval amethyst solitaire pendant “Calliana”

Description

Sublime pendant from the 70s featuring a beautiful 1.4 carat oval-cut Siberian amethyst set in a prong setting on an 18k yellow gold setting. Topped with a fixed bail that crosses the pendant at an angle, this captivating purple piece, feminine and elegant, will never leave your neck.
Pendant length: 0.8 cm without the bail, 1.4 cm with the bail.
Width: 0.6cm
Weight: 0.98g
This unique piece had a previous life in Italy.

The story: Amethyst, with its shades of deep purple, is associated with the patron saint of lovers, Saint Valentine of Terni. This is how it became the birthstone of the month of February. According to tradition, this gemstone symbolizes love and fidelity, making it a popular gift to celebrate affection and romantic bonds. In Greek mythology, it was associated with sobriety because its name comes from the Greek word “amethystos”, which means “not drunk”. That’s why it also embodies clarity of mind and spiritual protection, offering a deep and timeless meaning to the people who wear it.