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Period: 1850s
Mid-19th Century Gold Pendant with Miniature, Sapphires and Rubies
Mid-19th Century Gold Pendant with Miniature, Sapphires and Rubies

Mid-19th Century Gold Pendant with Miniature, Sapphires and Rubies

Located in Paris, FR

An oval miniature on enamel featuring the portrait of an elegant gentleman. His hair is styled with curls on the side and a large ribbon, and he is wearing 18th century-styled clothi...

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French Napoleon III Antique 1850s Models and Miniatures

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Ruby, Sapphire, Gold

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