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Pair of 19th Century Neoclassical Lava Cameos

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Pair of Hand Carved Neoclassical Lava Unmounted Cameos from the 19th Century, Italy. Almost identical in carving (different crowns), these would work beautifully set as a pair of earrings. One in deep brick lava, the other in deep grey green. 19th Century Italy. 3 cm x 2.5 cm wide.
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  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.19 in (30 mm)Width: 0.99 in (25 mm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1860
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Pls note these are not Amber but Lava.
  • Seller Location:
    Riverdale, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4020165762
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