When looks at this amethyst & diamond brooch, one might be dazzled by the auction ending price of $40,350.
This semi-precious stone amethyst, a quartz gemstone, abundance and affordable, can get high price when set into jewelry? I guess it's the design that took the price so high. The style of big, bold amethyst surrounded by a symmetrical array of diamonds is a mixture of late Renaissance style and retro style jewelry.
