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Antique Victorian Carved Hardstone Agate & 18k Gold Cameo Brooch of a Young Lady

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A fine antique cameo brooch. In 18k gold. With a cameo carved agate medallion of a beautiful young woman with headband, earrings, and pearl (or beaded) necklace. Prong-set in a wide circular setting with applied rope cables around its circumference. Simply a wonderful Victorian brooch! Date: Mid to Late 19th Century Overall Condition: It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition. Condition Details: Lacking the tips of several prongs in the setting and with a tiny flake to the lady's neck. The pin (a lower carat replacement) is replace in the hinge. Otherwise, there is some light edge wear, some fine and light surface scratches, and other signs of light wear consistent with age. Fineness: Unmarked. Professionally tests at 18k. Marks: Unmarked Gemstone Measurements: Agata: ca. 27mm diameter Measurements: Height: ca. 38mm Width: ca. 41mm Depth: ca. 15mm Weight: ca. 14 g Items purchased from this dealer must delight you. Purchases may be returned for any reason for a period of 7 days.
  • Metal:
    18k Gold,Gold
  • Stone:
    Agate
  • Stone Cut:
    Cabochon
  • Weight:
    14 g
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.5 in (38 mm)Width: 1.62 in (41 mm)Depth: 0.6 in (15 mm)
  • Style:
    Victorian
  • Period:
    Late 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid to Late 19th Century
  • Condition:
    Replacements made: The pin (a lower carat replacement) is replace in the hinge. Wear consistent with age and use. Lacking the tips of several prongs in the setting and has a tiny flake to the lady's neck. Otherwise, there is some light edge wear, some fine and light surface scratches, and other signs of light wear consistent with age.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: DSA INV BO AU231stDibs: LU849320630102
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