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Vintage Shell Cameo Pope Pius XII, Catholic Historical Relic
$75,000
£57,262.16
€66,165.92
CA$105,285.80
A$117,351.99
CHF 61,570.57
MX$1,433,059.20
NOK 779,617.24
SEK 736,856.87
DKK 493,825.10
About the Item
Catholic Historical Relic, Very Rare Carved Shell Cameo Pope Pius XII In 14K Solid Gold Frame.
We present you with one of the most rare and unique cameos. This cameo is not only a collector's item and a piece of jewelry art but also has a significant historical value. This cameo depicts Pope Pius XII - a colorful and controversial historical figure. The highest quality of carving with the finest details makes this piece unique and unrivaled in its kind. This is a large, rather heavy cameo made on a shell, and it is set in an exquisite 14k gold setting, closing with a secure gold lock. This cameo can be worn as a brooch or pendant, making it an even more versatile piece of jewelry.
Cameo dimensions: 65mm x 50mm
Cameo weight: 30.3 grams.
Over the past fifteen years, the most expensive cameo was sold at one of the world's famous auctions for 350 thousand dollars. In addition, several other well-known and historically significant cameos have recently been sold for very high prices well above ours. Some are significantly inferior in quality to our cameo, but they all have great historical significance.
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- Metal:14k Gold
- Weight:30.3 g
- Dimensions:Width: 1.97 in (50 mm)Length: 2.56 in (65 mm)
- Style:Victorian
- Place of Origin:Italy
- Period:Mid-20th Century
- Date of Manufacture:1960
- Condition:
- Seller Location:Chesterland, OH
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU3746220396192
Noblesse Oblige Studio
Our necklaces, created with love at Noblesse Oblige Studio, are not just jewelry. They're our timeless classics, which we invent and create ourselves--for you. Noblesse Oblige Studio is a mother-and-daughter team, and we understand how important connection and support are to our success. We try to bring these values not only to our creations but also to our communication with you! Each and every one of our creations is a story about life, with its accompanying emotions, and, of course, a bit of irony. Elegant but simultaneously discreet, they are ideal for delighting you every day. Let them remind you to show your appreciation for the people you love without cause or reason. And let these pieces tell you: you are loved, you are admired, and you are amazing! At Noblesse Oblige Studio, you will also find our beloved collection of rare antique jewelry, cameos, and miniature figurines. We have collected, carefully stored, and tended to them for years. Now, we are ready to share these treasures with you as they have made our lives a little happier and, perhaps, will bring you a little joy, too.
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