Seal Pendant, 19th Century, 18k Gold And Amethyst

SEAL PENDANT
in 18K yellow gold, falling from two rings decorated with chiseled and guilloché flowers. It ends with a gadrooned base, decorated with a floral frieze, set on a leaf with a large rectangular-sized amethyst with sides weighing approximately 25 cts, of beautiful color, but not engraved.
Late 19th century.

Dimensions of the pendant: approximately 4 x 2.2 x 1.8 cm.
Dimensions of the amethyst: approximately 20.6 x 16.8 mm (depth not measurable).
Weight: 13.1 g (18k gold – 750/1000 - mark exemption).

Condition:
On the middle loop, on either side, two “missing materials” are visible. They are exactly at the same level, at the widest point of the pendant. These gaps are normal and correspond to the molds and pliers used for the manufacture of this seal. Amethyst is a very beautiful color. It has a few micro-scratches from use.

Tip:
It can be worn as a pendant at the end of a long chain. Contrary to what one might imagine, it is in fact very light, because it is hollow. So it won't pull on your neck. This is due to its manufacturing technique. Worn at the end of a long chain, it will lengthen your silhouette and make you appear more slender.