Vintage 50ct Amethyst Pendant stick pins circa 1780

circa 1780

with the severed head of Medusa at the centre

The band has a V-shaped groove cut out of the middle that continues the whole way around

while the back features an engraved garter and buckle

and the Roman symbolism of the cockerel/chicken and grain

Vintage 50ct Amethyst Pendant stick pins circa 1780A 50 carat amethyst ROCK set in 18ct gold. It's an exceptional statement piece, dating from the 1970s, the stone displaying a gorgeous pale pink colour, that glitters and sparkles like a disco bal as the back facets catch the light. Complete with the original reeded bail to match the double reeded claws. Era: Vintage, 1970s Size: 3. 7cm by 2. 2cm Stone: 49. 76ct (calculated) natural amethyst Marks: None, tested as 18ct gold Condition: Great vintage