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Antique Victorian Agate Cameo Seed Pearl Brooch

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This is an antique Victorian 9 karat gold round sized agate brooch created with lovely seed pearls. The agate has a dark brown hue surrounded by thirty-three beautiful seed pearls. Sometimes it seems the agate appears deep black in color, it's just how the light plays and reflects off the stone. The cameo is finely carved and depicting a Victorian lady. Around the side, the brooch has a lovely handmade openwork filigree frame. Pearls reached the height of popularity in the Victorian Era. Pearls add femininity, refinement, and sophistication to the jewelry. The Victorians, adored using jewelry as symbolic sentiments and as a sign of purity. This style was adopted by many other countries. The brooch is in very good condition and of high quality. Size: L 2.7 x W 2.7 cm Weight: 9.03 grams We will wrap the brooch in a black and gold jewelry box.
  • Metal:
    Gold,9k Gold
  • Stone:
    Agate,Cultured Pearl,Pearl
  • Stone Cut:
    Round Cut
  • Weight:
    9 g
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.2 in (5 mm)Diameter: 1.07 in (27 mm)
  • Style:
    Victorian
  • Place of Origin:
    Europe
  • Period:
    Late 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880-1889
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Rotterdam, NL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU163027210481

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