1870s Brooches

Austrian carved agate cameo of Ceres. Magnificent neo classical piece, created in Vienna Austria back in the 1870. It was crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karats and finished with textured and polished patterns. This piece feature 2 fabulous three-dimensional cameo pieces, carved from natural agate of two layers, with gradations of colors; from translucent orange brown to frosted white. The quality of the carvings are exceptional, with intricate thorough details. for example, the ear and the incised lines of the hair are magnificent. Embellished with applications of black enamel and fitted at the reverse with a hinged horizontal pin to be wear as a brooch and a bale to wear in a chain. Both carved agate cameos depicts young womans with a Greek profile...

Half set in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Magnificent set of Napoleon 3 antique jewelry, the brooch and the pair of earrings are adorned with an oval chiseled pattern. The applied motifs such as ribbons, are enamelled black and decorated with fine baroque pearls. Several cushion- cut rubies complete the decoration. The attachment system of the antique brooch is a pin with safety. The earrings are attached to the back of the earrings with a breakaway. Total weight of the rubies of the brooch : 0,60 carat approximately. Total weight of the rubies of the earrings : 0,30 carat approximately. Diameter of the pearls : from 3/3,5 to 5/5,5 mm approximately. Width of the brooch : 5,8 cm, height : 4,3 cm approximately, thickness : 17 mm approximately. Height of the earrings : 3 cm approximately, width : 18.2 mm approximately, thickness : 9 mm approximately. Total weight of the set : 22 g approximately. Authentic antique jewelry set...