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Cameo Necklace with Sardonic Horse Hand-Engraved – 925 Silver Rhodium-Plated – Torre del Greco Craftsmanship
Refined and exclusive handcrafted necklace enriched by a splendid natural sardonic shell cameo, entirely handmade, depicting a magnificent horse in an elegant profile with a flowing mane, symbolizing freedom, strength and nobility.
An original piece of jewelry rich in meaning, celebrating the beauty and pride of the horse through the ancient engraving tradition of Torre del Greco.
### THE CAMEO AND ITS RAFFINATED ENGRAVING
The centerpiece of the necklace is a magnificent **camee shaped as the head of a horse carved in bas-relief**, characterized by an extraordinary richness of details.
The horse is shown in profile, with the snout elegantly turned to the right, an intense yet serene gaze, and alert ears, expression of pride and nobility.
**Particularly fascinating is the long, undulating mane**, made up of soft strands finely incised that run down the neck and end in elegant ornamental curls.
The precision in the treatment of the snout, the eyes and the waves of the mane gives depth, movement and realism to the figure.
The ivory-white of the engraving stands out from the natural brown hues of the sardonic shell, creating a refined color contrast that enhances the three-dimensionality of the subject.
Each detail is entirely handmade, making this cameo a small unique and unrepeatable work of art.
### 925 RHODIUM-PLATED SILVER SETTING
The cameo is enhanced by a special **artistic thread-like setting in Rhodium-plated 925 Silver**, characterized by sinuous lines that gently follow the natural shape of the shell.
The open and asymmetrical structure embraces the horse’s profile, allowing the splendid mane and the depth of the engraving to stand out.
Small silver mounting points complete the setting, creating an elegant balance between artisanal tradition and contemporary design.
The pendant features a **shiny upper bail in Rhodium-plated 925 Silver** and is accompanied by a refined **chain with small decorative spherical elements**, which adds brightness and lightness to the composition.
### FEATURES
- Type: women’s necklace with artisanal cameo
- Cameo: natural sardinian shell
- Subject: horse head with undulating mane
- Engraving: entirely handmade
- Craft: Italian craftsmanship, Torre del Greco
- Setting: Rhodium-plated 925 Silver
- Finish: polished silver
- Design: artistic thread setting, open and sinuous
- Chain: thin curb with decorative spherical elements
- Necklace length: approximately 45 cm
- Pendant dimensions: approximately 30 × 20 mm, including bail
- Total weight: approximately 7 g
- Cameo color: ivory white on natural brown background
- Condition: new, never worn
- Made in Italy
### SYMBOLIC MEANING OF THE HORSE
The horse has long been considered a powerful symbol of **freedom, strength, courage, nobility and determination**.
In ancient traditions it represents vital energy, independence and the ability to face life’s challenges with elegance and pride.
Its flowing mane evokes movement, vitality and the free spirit, while the serene gaze expresses balance, intelligence and inner strength.
Wearing a cameo depicting a horse means carrying with you a symbol of **positive energy, perseverance and the desire for freedom**.
**A particularly meaningful gift**, ideal for horse lovers, equestrians and nature enthusiasts, but also to wish strength, success and determination to a special person.
### THE ART OF TORRE DEL GRECO CAMEOS
Each cameo is patiently hand-engraved according to the prestigious artisanal tradition of Torre del Greco, a city world-renowned for excellence in shell and coral work.
The craftsman uses the different natural layers of the sardonic shell to obtain reliefs, shading and color contrasts that enhance every detail.
The precision in rendering the mane, features and decorations testifies to the engraver’s skill.
The manual work and the natural characteristics of the shell make each piece unique and unrepeatable.
### PACKAGING AND SHIPPING
The necklace will be delivered in an **elegant gift box**, carefully protected during transport.
Fast, tracked and insured shipping via professional courier SDA or UPS.
It is advisable to monitor the shipment tracking. In case of recipient absence, the package may be left at a collection point.
**Combined shipping:** when bidding on multiple lots, please choose combined shipping before payment. Individually paid lots may be shipped separately, with no possibility of reimbursement of corresponding shipping costs.
### IMPORTANT NOTE
In some countries, importing artifacts made from certain natural shell species may be subject to customs restrictions. Buyers are advised to check the current regulations in their country before participating in the auction.
**An exclusive artisanal creation, where the strength and nobility of the horse meet the extraordinary beauty of the hand-engraved cameo. An elegant and timeless piece of jewelry, symbolizing freedom, courage and determination, a true expression of Torre del Greco craftsmanship.**
Seller's Story
My creations are born at the heart of Italy’s artisanal tradition in Torre del Greco, a world-renowned symbol for coral processing and cameo carving.
Each piece of jewelry is the result of knowledge handed down through generations: the coral is carefully selected, the cameo hand-carved by master artisans, every detail refined according to techniques that belong to the history of Mediterranean jewelry art.
I believe in authenticity, in natural materials and in the value of manual work. For this reason I offer only pieces that embody identity, culture and passion, pure expressions of Italian excellence.
Each object is not just a piece of jewelry, but a fragment of tradition that continues to live on through time.
Translated by Google TranslateCameo Necklace with Sardonic Horse Hand-Engraved – 925 Silver Rhodium-Plated – Torre del Greco Craftsmanship
Refined and exclusive handcrafted necklace enriched by a splendid natural sardonic shell cameo, entirely handmade, depicting a magnificent horse in an elegant profile with a flowing mane, symbolizing freedom, strength and nobility.
An original piece of jewelry rich in meaning, celebrating the beauty and pride of the horse through the ancient engraving tradition of Torre del Greco.
### THE CAMEO AND ITS RAFFINATED ENGRAVING
The centerpiece of the necklace is a magnificent **camee shaped as the head of a horse carved in bas-relief**, characterized by an extraordinary richness of details.
The horse is shown in profile, with the snout elegantly turned to the right, an intense yet serene gaze, and alert ears, expression of pride and nobility.
**Particularly fascinating is the long, undulating mane**, made up of soft strands finely incised that run down the neck and end in elegant ornamental curls.
The precision in the treatment of the snout, the eyes and the waves of the mane gives depth, movement and realism to the figure.
The ivory-white of the engraving stands out from the natural brown hues of the sardonic shell, creating a refined color contrast that enhances the three-dimensionality of the subject.
Each detail is entirely handmade, making this cameo a small unique and unrepeatable work of art.
### 925 RHODIUM-PLATED SILVER SETTING
The cameo is enhanced by a special **artistic thread-like setting in Rhodium-plated 925 Silver**, characterized by sinuous lines that gently follow the natural shape of the shell.
The open and asymmetrical structure embraces the horse’s profile, allowing the splendid mane and the depth of the engraving to stand out.
Small silver mounting points complete the setting, creating an elegant balance between artisanal tradition and contemporary design.
The pendant features a **shiny upper bail in Rhodium-plated 925 Silver** and is accompanied by a refined **chain with small decorative spherical elements**, which adds brightness and lightness to the composition.
### FEATURES
- Type: women’s necklace with artisanal cameo
- Cameo: natural sardinian shell
- Subject: horse head with undulating mane
- Engraving: entirely handmade
- Craft: Italian craftsmanship, Torre del Greco
- Setting: Rhodium-plated 925 Silver
- Finish: polished silver
- Design: artistic thread setting, open and sinuous
- Chain: thin curb with decorative spherical elements
- Necklace length: approximately 45 cm
- Pendant dimensions: approximately 30 × 20 mm, including bail
- Total weight: approximately 7 g
- Cameo color: ivory white on natural brown background
- Condition: new, never worn
- Made in Italy
### SYMBOLIC MEANING OF THE HORSE
The horse has long been considered a powerful symbol of **freedom, strength, courage, nobility and determination**.
In ancient traditions it represents vital energy, independence and the ability to face life’s challenges with elegance and pride.
Its flowing mane evokes movement, vitality and the free spirit, while the serene gaze expresses balance, intelligence and inner strength.
Wearing a cameo depicting a horse means carrying with you a symbol of **positive energy, perseverance and the desire for freedom**.
**A particularly meaningful gift**, ideal for horse lovers, equestrians and nature enthusiasts, but also to wish strength, success and determination to a special person.
### THE ART OF TORRE DEL GRECO CAMEOS
Each cameo is patiently hand-engraved according to the prestigious artisanal tradition of Torre del Greco, a city world-renowned for excellence in shell and coral work.
The craftsman uses the different natural layers of the sardonic shell to obtain reliefs, shading and color contrasts that enhance every detail.
The precision in rendering the mane, features and decorations testifies to the engraver’s skill.
The manual work and the natural characteristics of the shell make each piece unique and unrepeatable.
### PACKAGING AND SHIPPING
The necklace will be delivered in an **elegant gift box**, carefully protected during transport.
Fast, tracked and insured shipping via professional courier SDA or UPS.
It is advisable to monitor the shipment tracking. In case of recipient absence, the package may be left at a collection point.
**Combined shipping:** when bidding on multiple lots, please choose combined shipping before payment. Individually paid lots may be shipped separately, with no possibility of reimbursement of corresponding shipping costs.
### IMPORTANT NOTE
In some countries, importing artifacts made from certain natural shell species may be subject to customs restrictions. Buyers are advised to check the current regulations in their country before participating in the auction.
**An exclusive artisanal creation, where the strength and nobility of the horse meet the extraordinary beauty of the hand-engraved cameo. An elegant and timeless piece of jewelry, symbolizing freedom, courage and determination, a true expression of Torre del Greco craftsmanship.**
Seller's Story
My creations are born at the heart of Italy’s artisanal tradition in Torre del Greco, a world-renowned symbol for coral processing and cameo carving.
Each piece of jewelry is the result of knowledge handed down through generations: the coral is carefully selected, the cameo hand-carved by master artisans, every detail refined according to techniques that belong to the history of Mediterranean jewelry art.
I believe in authenticity, in natural materials and in the value of manual work. For this reason I offer only pieces that embody identity, culture and passion, pure expressions of Italian excellence.
Each object is not just a piece of jewelry, but a fragment of tradition that continues to live on through time.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Era
After 2000
Laboratory report
No laboratory report
Metal
Silver
Brand jewellery
No
Total weight
7 g
Condition
As new - unused
Gender
Women
Country of origin
Italy
Title additional information
Italian craftsmanship
Length
45 cm
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