This Spectacular ring has been set with a Large 16x12mm (0.64"x0.48") oval cut Natural Amethyst Gemstone. It is a Beautiful stone with a Vibrant Purple color and the way it has been cut ensures that it sparkles at every angle. This stone has been set in a strong Solid Silver ornate carved Victorian style setting.The Quality of this piece is Superb, the Gemstone has been securely claw set by a Master Jeweller, follow the ring round and you have good thick shank which indicates a quality design.This is a Genuine Natural Amethyst. You can tell that this is a Natural Amethyst as it has its own Unique pattern of internal inclusions or variations which are not imperfections but part of the Stones Natural formation, and adds to the Beauty of this Stone. Completely Solid Sterling Silver - on the inside of the shank there is a Full British Hallmark which includes 925, the Leopards head and the Royal Lion, only High Quality Silver will have a Full marking such as this.