{"product_id":"handmade-18ct-white-gold-natural-amethyst","title":"Vintage 1976 Handmade 18ct White Gold Natural Amethyst \u0026 1.38ct Diamond Cocktail Pendant Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn exceptionally beautiful vintage cocktail pendant necklace, expertly handmade in solid 18ct white gold and featuring a magnificent natural pear-cut amethyst complemented by an impressive 1.38 carats of sparkling natural diamonds. Fully hallmarked in London and dating to 1976, this is a truly special piece of fine jewellery, showcasing outstanding craftsmanship and exceptional gemstone quality.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt the heart of the pendant sits a stunning natural amethyst, beautifully cut into an elegant pear shape and measuring approximately 18mm x 12mm. The gemstone displays a wonderfully rich, deep purple hue, with excellent depth of colour and a captivating appearance. Particularly interesting are the delicate natural striations visible under magnification, offering a fascinating glimpse into the stone's natural formation and individual character.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplementing the amethyst are beautiful natural diamonds, with a combined weight of approximately 1.38 carats. Assessed as VS2\/SI1 clarity, these diamonds provide wonderful brilliance and sparkle, creating an elegant contrast against the deep purple tones of the central gemstone.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes this piece particularly exceptional is the quality of its construction. The pendant has been individually handmade, with carefully crafted settings rather than the more commonly encountered cast construction. This traditional approach to jewellery making is evident in the attention to detail, substantial feel and beautifully executed design.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoth the pendant and accompanying chain are crafted in solid 18ct white gold and fully hallmarked, with the pendant bearing London hallmarks dating to 1976. Together, they have a substantial combined weight of 11.9 grams, reflecting the quality of the materials and craftsmanship throughout.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe pendant measures approximately 35mm in length and 20mm in width, creating an impressive yet elegant presence when worn. Suspended from an 18½-inch white gold chain, it sits beautifully at the neckline, making it a wonderful statement piece for special occasions.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA truly exceptional example of vintage fine jewellery, combining the rich colour of natural amethyst, impressive diamond content and traditional handmade craftsmanship. This is a piece to be cherished within any fine jewellery collection.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetal:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Solid 18ct White Gold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHallmarks:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fully Hallmarked, London, 1976\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHallmarked Components:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Both Pendant and Chain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMain Gemstone:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Natural Amethyst\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmethyst Cut:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pear Cut\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmethyst Dimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approx. 18mm x 12mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmethyst Colour:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rich, Deep Purple\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional Gemstones:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Natural Diamonds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal Diamond Weight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approx. 1.38ct\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiamond Clarity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approx. VS2\/SI1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePendant Dimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approx. 35mm x 20mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChain Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approx. 18½ Inches (470mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal Weight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 11.9 Grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYear:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1976\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Vintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Handmade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Amethyst \u0026amp; Diamond Cocktail Pendant Necklace\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e An impressive vintage cocktail pendant centred around a beautifully proportioned pear-cut natural amethyst, complemented by sparkling natural diamonds in an expertly handmade 18ct white gold setting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCentral Gemstone:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A magnificent natural pear-cut amethyst measuring approximately 18mm x 12mm, displaying a rich, deep purple hue with beautiful depth of colour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural Characteristics:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Delicate natural striations are visible within the amethyst under magnification, adding individual character to this beautiful natural gemstone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiamond Settings:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Natural diamonds with an impressive combined weight of approximately 1.38 carats, carefully incorporated into the handmade design to complement the central amethyst\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiamond Quality:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Beautiful natural diamonds assessed as approximately VS2\/SI1 clarity, displaying excellent sparkle and brilliance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Expertly handmade in solid 18ct white gold, featuring individually crafted settings rather than a mass-produced cast construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Beautifully polished 18ct white gold, providing an elegant, bright contrast against the deep purple amethyst and sparkling diamonds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Appearance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A striking and exceptionally well-made vintage pendant necklace, combining beautiful gemstone colour, impressive diamond content and outstanding traditional craftsmanship\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandmade Craftsmanship \u0026amp; Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Traditionally handmade pendant featuring individually crafted 18ct white gold settings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCraftsmanship:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A particularly high-quality piece, displaying the attention to detail and precision associated with traditional fine jewellery making\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSetting:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Individually constructed settings, rather than a conventional cast pendant, providing a distinctive level of craftsmanship and finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePendant Dimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 35mm x 20mm, offering excellent presence and beautifully balanced proportions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChain:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Solid 18ct white gold chain, fully hallmarked\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChain Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 18½ inches (470mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal Weight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A substantial combined weight of 11.9 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHallmarks \u0026amp; 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These natural characteristics contribute to the gemstone's individual appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe handmade settings retain their beautifully executed detail, with the gemstones securely held in place. The accompanying 18ct white gold chain complements the pendant elegantly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA truly exceptional vintage necklace, combining substantial 18ct white gold craftsmanship, a beautiful natural amethyst and an impressive 1.38 carats of natural diamonds. 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