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Victorian Hardstone Cameo Brooch

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A Victorian hardstone cameo brooch, the hardstone cameo depicting a profile of lady in Roman style wearing rose wreath, surrounded by a thirty five pearls, all set in yellow gold mount with scalloped edges and brooch fitting, circa 1860, measuring approximately 4.5 x 5.3cm, gross weight 39.3 grams. Unmarked (all parts) tested as 18ct gold. Victorian brooch in Excellent condition. A classic Victorian cameo brooch from the collection of Bentley & Skinner, the London jewellers by appointment to both Her Majesty the Queen and His Royal Highness, the Prince of Wales. Cameos, beloved by Queen Victoria became very popular during her reign with the pearl set cameo being a favourite design of the period. The white of the pearls and carved Roman profile is complemented nicely by the slight orange tinge and rich red background. Should you choose to make this purchase we will delighted to send it to you in a Bentley & Skinner handmade leather case packed in a gift-wrapped Bentley & Skinner black and gold presentation box. Shortly afterwards we will send you on a valuation for insurance purposes for your reference and safekeeping.
  • Metal:
    Yellow Gold,18k Gold
  • Stone:
    Agate,Natural Pearl
  • Stone Cut:
    Oval Cut
  • Style:
    Victorian
  • Place of Origin:
    United Kingdom
  • Period:
    1860-1869
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1860
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 27922M1stDibs: LU57611173622
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