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19th Century Gold and Onyx Cameo Portrait of the Emperor Claudius Ring

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Finely sculpted in two layers, white on brown, the Emperor depicted in profile to the right, a laurel wreath in his wavy hair, the ties fluttering behind, his hair arranged in rows of characteristic opposing comma-shaped locks, with a high forehead, articulated eyes, a prominent nose, and a small rounded chin, the thin lips slightly downturned at the corners; mounted in a heavy gold frame in the 19th century. Top cameo is 24mm x 19mm Size ring : 8 3/4 Weight: 20,30gr.
  • Ring Size:
    8.75 US, Resizable
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  • Stone:
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  • Weight:
    20.3 g
  • Place of Origin:
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1850's
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  • Seller Location:
    Firenze, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU12016426402
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