Edwardian Collet Set Amethyst and Black Pearl Ring French Markings: Remnants of a label

Markings: Remnants of a label in lid

Created for the Independent Order of Odd Fellows by the McIntosh Battery and Optical Company in Chicago

lockets became an important fashion accessory of the era

curve-hugging feminine silhouettes with plunging necklines reminiscent of ancient Greek goddesses

Edwardian Collet Set Amethyst and Black Pearl Ring French Markings: Remnants of a labelThe birthstone for the month of February, amethyst has been considered a prized gem for centuries. A favorite among royals, bishops and saints, the word amethyst derives from the Greek word amethustos, meaning sober. It was said that wearing amethyst could prevent a person from getting excessively drunk and would keep the wearer's mind still and sober. Throughout history, amethyst was thought to have many different attributes all of them good