1840-70s 14K Yellow Gold Carved Pink-White Shell Cameo Pin w/ Young Man Profile

Presented is a very finely made yellow gold and carved pink shell cameo with a young man's profile.

The setting/frame is 14k, tested and guaranteed.
The pin stem is not gold.  The frame and clasp are 14k gold.

This is an old cameo!  It dates from circa 1840 to the 1870s.

This amazing cameo pin displays a great quality carved cameo!
It is masterfully carved!
It displays the profile of a young handsome man.
Most cameos depict young women, so I like that this one is unusual.
The pin features a gold setting that is simple and elegant.

The piece is in nice condition. The clasp is working well.
There is a line in the shell that is not a crack.
It is part of the shell.
The pin is very structurally sound.

This is a beautiful, quality cameo for you to enjoy wearing!

Length: approximately 1 7/8 inches.

Total weight: 18.5 grams (0.65 ounces).

Described by: arb