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Hand-Carved Onyx Cameo Brooch with Pearl Halo from Napoleon III in Yellow Gold

About the Item

This Napoleon III hand carved onxy brooch has a profile portrait of woman wearing a pearl necklace and bandeau hairpiece. The intricate detail and the skill of the carver are profound. All of the 30 fine natural pearls are 2.5mm in diameter.
  • Metal:
    14k Gold,Yellow Gold
  • Stone:
    Natural Pearl
  • Weight:
    9 g
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 0.99 in (25 mm)Depth: 0.44 in (11 mm)Length: 1.19 in (30 mm)
  • Style:
    Napoleon III
  • Place of Origin:
    Unknown
  • Period:
    Mid-19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1850
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. slight chip on nose.
  • Seller Location:
    Berkeley, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: MLX 345-061stDibs: LU19324043741

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