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Antique Lava Cameo Pendant, 9k Gold, Grand Tour
About the Item
A beautiful antique, late 19th century Lava Cameo pendant.
It has a dark grey ashy tone, finely carved with the profile of a classical lady.
Lava Cameos and Lava stone jewellery rose to fashion in the Grand Tour era, early 19th century.
They continued to be a popular choice until later in the 19th century.
Made in Italy from Lava Ash and rock sculpted and carved into fine figures and set into jewellery for those on their grand tour travels to purchase ad beautiful souvenirs.
This pendant is well carved, set into a plain polished 9kt Rose gold mount with an additional yellow gold trace chain length, added later.
Italian make c1880s, it is not signed.
Lava cameos are highly prized and sought after pieces, they are becoming increasingly hard to find in surviving condition.
Condition:
Good used condition overall, light surface wear, commensurate with age, some light surface marks, gold chain length added later.
Approx measurements:
2" length
0.75" width
030" depth
Weighs approx 4.19 grams
Any questions or queries please contact us.
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- Weight:4.19 g
- Dimensions:Width: 0.75 in (19.05 mm)Length: 2 in (50.8 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:C1880s
- Condition:Additions or alterations made to the original: Chain length is a later replacement in yellow gold. Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:NEWARK, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 51621stDibs: LU2346217263052
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