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Superb Victorian Agate Cameo 18 Karat Gold Mythology Perseus Medusa Stickpin

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Stickpin features an oval agate tablet measuring approximately 16.8 x 11.8 mm Translucent with striking white contrasting brown color Bezel set in a gold surround that can uniquely pivot and rotate to display either side of stone Both sides are carved to depict the tale of Perseus slaying Medusa Medusa is smokey brown with wild snake hair and her iconic Gorgan wings Opposite side depicts three male cameos - centered and laureled is Zeus - Perseus' father White profile cameos are the hero Perseus and the King Polydetes Tested as 18 karat gold Circa: 1880s Head measures: 9/16 x 7/8 inch Total length: 2 9/16 inches Total weight: 3.4 grams Eclectic. Neoclassic. Allegory. Stock Number: We-7717
  • Metal:
    Gold,Yellow Gold,18k Gold
  • Stone:
    Agate
  • Stone Cut:
    Oval Cut
  • Weight:
    3.4 g
  • Style:
    Victorian
  • Period:
    1880-1889
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Victorian
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1184313846502
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