Edwardian 15ct Gold & Amethyst Tie Pin

A smart 15ct62.5% pure gold (or 625 parts pure gold and 375 parts other metals). Popular during the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras but was discontinued in the mid-1930s. gold tie pin that was made circa 1900-1910. It is set with an oval amethystAmethyst is the purple variety of macrocrystalline quartz. From the Greek amethystos meaning ‘a remedy against drunkedness’, it was believed to prevent intoxication and ensure the wearer retains a clear head and quick wit. It was once considered as valuable as ruby, sapphire and emerald. surrounded by scallop engraved gold work. All our tie pins come with a stopper at the end of the pin.