Cameo - 18 kt. Yellow gold Onyx

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France origin, 18 karat yellow gold camée with onyx, weight 22.21 g, dimensions 4.5 cm by 3 cm by 1.5 cm, period 1800–1850, no laboratory report, in excellent condition.

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Description from the seller

Unique and sublime antique cameo on relief onyx, striking, certainly produced between 1850 and 1900.

Representing a typical female profile from the neoclassical or Victorian period (19th century), probably an allegory, with Greek-style hair and antique drapery.

Likely never worn, goldsmith's hallmark as well as 18K gold eagle head.

Dimension: 4.5 cm long by 3 cm wide and 1.5 cm thick.
Weight: 22.21 g

Unique and sublime antique cameo on relief onyx, striking, certainly produced between 1850 and 1900.

Representing a typical female profile from the neoclassical or Victorian period (19th century), probably an allegory, with Greek-style hair and antique drapery.

Likely never worn, goldsmith's hallmark as well as 18K gold eagle head.

Dimension: 4.5 cm long by 3 cm wide and 1.5 cm thick.
Weight: 22.21 g

Details

Era
1400-1900
Laboratory Report
No laboratory report
Estimated period
1800-1850
Metal
Yellow gold
Brand jewellery
No
Fineness
18 kt.
Main Stone
Onyx
Total weight
22.21 g
Condition
Excellent condition - barely used with minimal signs of wear
Gender
Women
Country of Origin
France
Width
3 cm
Length
4.5 cm
Sold by
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Objects sold
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