Archaeological Revival Gold And Micromosaic Brooch/Pendant 1860's

Bracelet decorated with three corallium rubrum buttons in a geometric and floral pattern. 18K yellow gold setting. Width of central pattern: 3.7 cm. Gross weight: 39.77 gr.

Large oval shape archaeological-revival in high karat gold with five roman intaglio 1st century depicting two roman profile, wolf, lion and philosopher. Size 56mm x 49mm Weight: 21.5gr.

Two oval lava cameos, in a rectangular plaque depicting on the left the dancer and on the right the musical putto, setting in archaeological style brooch. Dimension of the brooch : ...

Composed of a broad hinged bangle with applied grape and vine leaf, within rectangular borders, together with a pair of matching earrings, and an oval brooch with engraved detail, in...

A Victorian archaeological revival gold cross pendant brooch, the Greek cross composed of five square panels, each square bearing to the ce...

Antique, American Civil War era, yellow gold pendant/brooch with stylized leaf motifs that appear to open up revealing at the center a cluster of natural vivid pink/red Almandine gar...

Welcome to Artisan Antiques based in Mayfair, London - We are delighted to offer this magnificent large antique 18ct gold shell cameo brooch/pendant locket made c.1860, depicting a figurehead of Hera - a Greek mythological goddess of women, marriage and childbirth (also referred to as Juno by the Romans). Its majestic presence, distinguished design and impressive size are immediately captivating even to the untrained eye and whilst undeniably attractive and delightful even at a quick glance, it is upon closer inspection that its true splendour and intricacy can be fully appreciated. The overall design features a whole array of wonderful embellishments and craftsmanship; a profusely decorated frame made from solid 18ct gold is accented with layers of applied gold ribbons/bows, beads and twist-rope borders. What is particularly noteworthy about this frame/border is the fact it has a concave 'doughnut' like shape that contours the cameo whilst also allowing for the spinning locket design to function flawlessly. Upon unfastening the rear pin, the central cameo spins around and presents a locket with a portrait of a gentleman and the fine mechanism and craftsmanship of the central piece can be further appreciated. The portrayal of Hera 'in profile' (side on) is simply splendid with crisp engravings, attractive proportions and an almost lifelike texture/facial expression in the manner of Renaissance sculptures. The reverse side of the brooch reveals a large pin for fastening on to a coat lapel or jumper with an additional later added safety chain. Further, the bail at the top allows for this piece to be worn as a magnificent pendant necklace. All of the combined factors make this cameo brooch a wonderful collectable piece of 19th-century antique jewellery history which would not only make for an excellent display piece but an inimitable and breathtaking brooch to wear on special occasions. Not only would the aesthetic be impressionable, but as a conversation starter, this brooch may serve as the perfect occasion to share your discerning historical/antiques passion...

Diamond cross pendant / brooch. Set to centre with a cushion shape old mine diamond in an open back grain setting with an approximate weight if 0.65 carats, further set with twenty-e...