Essex Jewelry and Antiques
Large Carved Shell Cameo 14k Gold Filigree Pin Brooch Pendant
Regular price
$540.00
Presented is an elegant carved shell cameo in a beautiful 14K gold filigree
frame. The cameo is nicely carved to depict a lovely young woman in classical
attire. The cameo is bezel set in a 14K gold filigree frame with realistically
textured leaves spaced around the edge. The shell was likely carved in Italy,
while the frame was undoubtedly added in America. The piece has a pin stem on
the reverse as well as a hinged bale so that the pin can also be worn as a
pendant. The bale is shown in the up position in the photos but it can easily
be pushed down when being used as a pin.
The pin is marked 14K on the clasp. We have tested it with nitric acid and
guarantee it to be 14K gold. This cameo was made in the first half of the
1900s, probably between 1910 to the 1930s.
The condition is excellent. There are no chips, no cracks, no splits, no
breaks, and no repairs.
The pin measures 1 5/8 inches by 2 inches.
The weight is 19.4 grams.