Amethyst Riviere Necklace | Antique Amethyst Necklace good luck pendant It opens and closes securely

It opens and closes securely so you can safely add a photo or photos

The natural moonstone bead in this necklace is set into a finely detailed 14k gold talon or claw

It is 30 inches long and in very good condition

A shining golden bloom aglitter with a paste (glass) accent

45 inches from top to bottom by 0

Amethyst Riviere Necklace | Antique Amethyst Necklace good luck pendant It opens and closes securelyAmethyst has been a beloved stone since ancient times. In Greek mythology, a young girl named Amethyst was turned to stone by the Goddess Diana to protect her from Dionysus, the God of wine. Dionysus was deeply saddened over this and when his tears hit his wine goblet, the stone maiden is said to have turned from white quartz to a beautiful purple hue. This antique amethyst riviere necklace (circa 1880 1900) features 33 faceted natural amethyst stones