This is a wonderful pendant. It would work well for everything from a formal occasion to everyday wear. This pendant has a large 2.5 ct oval cut amethyst with a lovely deep dark shade of purple. The setting is a very pretty and highly detailed art deco style. This pendant is genuine 14 K yellow gold. It has that warm glow and luster that only real gold has. The pendant is marked 14 k and it weighs a about 2.0 g.