Cassis madagascariensis - Cameo - Hand-engraved cameo

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Unisex specimen with a hand-engraved cameo on a Cassis madagascariensis shell, 65 mm by 55 mm, 32.55 g, Italy origin, depicting Zeus and Juno.

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Description from the seller

An enchanting work of art—the mythological portrayal of Zeus and Juno on a seashell.
Engraving on the shell Cassis madagascariensis by a skilled engraver of his time.
Zeus and Giunone represent in Greek mythology the supreme divine couple of Olympus, embodying cosmic order, regal power, and the model of marriage, even amid the constant tension between her conjugal fidelity and his frequent infidelities.
Total weight 32.55 g
Cammeo 65mmx55mm
It will be delivered with gift packaging and a material warranty.

Seller's Story

Artisans of Torre del Greco for generations, with passion, tradition and creativity we give life to our creations, artisans of Mediterranean Coral, Pink Coral, Turquoise, Arizona, Cameos and pearls. Each creation is unique as it is handcrafted
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An enchanting work of art—the mythological portrayal of Zeus and Juno on a seashell.
Engraving on the shell Cassis madagascariensis by a skilled engraver of his time.
Zeus and Giunone represent in Greek mythology the supreme divine couple of Olympus, embodying cosmic order, regal power, and the model of marriage, even amid the constant tension between her conjugal fidelity and his frequent infidelities.
Total weight 32.55 g
Cammeo 65mmx55mm
It will be delivered with gift packaging and a material warranty.

Seller's Story

Artisans of Torre del Greco for generations, with passion, tradition and creativity we give life to our creations, artisans of Mediterranean Coral, Pink Coral, Turquoise, Arizona, Cameos and pearls. Each creation is unique as it is handcrafted
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Details

Era
1900-2000
Laboratory Report
No laboratory report
Metal
Cassis madagascariensis
Brand jewellery
No
Total weight
32.55 g
Condition
As new - unused
Gender
Unisex
Country of Origin
Italy
Title additional information
Hand-engraved cameo
Width
55 mm
Length
65 mm
ItalyVerified
1008
Objects sold
100%
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