Two Sterling Silver Bike Chain Bracelets sodalite amethysts were considered an antidote

amethysts were considered an antidote against drunkenness - the name "amethystos" literally translates as "not intoxicated"

Somehow has a vaguely nautical look to it with all the ropework

The head is a faceted rock crystal

Birmingham 1866

and substantial as it's formed from solid 15 karat gold - 17

Two Sterling Silver Bike Chain Bracelets sodalite amethysts were considered an antidoteDATE: Vintage, c. 1980 A matched pair of bike chain bracelets crafted in sterling silver. They date from the 1980s, with excellent vintage patina. MEASUREMENTS Wearable length: 9. 2 inches each WEIGHT 135g (as a pair) MARKS English hallmarks (import) for sterling silver. Italian maker's marks CONDITION Excellent, with fine vintage patina