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Antique Yellow Gold Shell Cameo "The Birth of Jesus" Brooch Pendant

$2,390
£1,777.76
€2,081.40
CA$3,334.86
A$3,731.80
CHF 1,948.57
MX$45,878.64
NOK 24,583.49
SEK 23,132.94
DKK 15,528.85
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About the Item

This antique brooch pendant, crafted in 13k yellow gold, features a masterfully carved shell cameo depicting the Nativity scene. The delicate rendering of "The Birth of Jesus" captures tender emotion and fine detail, set within an elegant gold frame. Designed to be worn as either a brooch or a pendant, this piece offers both beauty and versatility. A sacred and sentimental treasure from the 19th century, perfect for collectors of devotional or cameo jewelry. Weight: 23.8 Grams Stone: Shell Measurements: 74.35 x 57.8 x 10.93mm Metal: 13k Item #: BR-1587-050125-12
  • Metal:
    Yellow Gold
  • Weight:
    23.8 g
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.44 in (10.93 mm)Width: 2.28 in (57.8 mm)Length: 2.93 in (74.35 mm)
  • Period:
    19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Unknown
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BR-1587-050125-121stDibs: LU3776226347752

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