Antique 10K & Hardstone Cameo Brooch/Pendant
$ 736.56
Description
Antique 10K & Hardstone Cameo Brooch/Pendant. These detailed reliefs were often used to adorn pieces of jewelry, including brooches, necklaces, bracelets and rings. Our lady wears the fashion of the Ancient Greeks and Romans, which is consistent with the Victorian's love of mythical literature and motifs. Antique 10K & Hardstone Cameo Brooch/Pendant A cameo is a form of glyptography, or bas-relief carving, most often cut into glass, hard-stones, and shells. Artworks were crafted to create two layers on one piece of material, the top of which protruded from its background, creating a multi-dimensional artwork. These detailed reliefs were often used to adorn pieces of jewelry, including brooches, necklaces, bracelets and rings. The earliest cameos took inspiration from prehistoric petroglyphs, which documented important religious and symbolic iconography onto rock faces. Victorians loved cameos, and wore them prolifically throughout the era. Our lady wears the fashion of the Ancient Greeks and Romans, which is consistent with the Victorian's love of mythical literature and motifs. She could depict Minerva, the Roman goddess of wisdom. Her Greek counterpoint is Athena. Set in 10 karat yellow gold with elements of Etruscan Revival motifs, laurel wreaths and flowers, she is beautifully carved with great detail, and can be worn as either a brooch or a pendant. Details (approximate) Dimensions: 1 3/8" Weight: 10.5 grams Materials: Gold, Hardstone Cameo Metal: 10K yellow gold Marks: None Condition: Excellent Antique condition commensurate with age and wear Antique 10K & Hardstone Cameo Brooch/Pendant A cameo is a form of glyptography, or bas-relief carving, most often cut into glass, hard-stones, and shells. Artworks were crafted to create two layers on one piece of material, the top of which protruded from its background, creating a multi-dimensional artwork. These detailed reliefs were often uséd to adorn pieces of jewelry, including brooches, necklaces, bracelets and rings. The earliest cameos took inspiration from prehistoric petroglyphs, which documented important religious and symbolic iconography onto rock faces. Victorians loved cameos, and wore them prolifically throughout the era. Our lady wears the fashion of the Ancient Greeks and Romans, which is consistent with the Victorian's love of mythical literature and motifs. She could depict Minerva, the Roman goddess of wisdom. Her Greek counterpoint is Athena. Set in 10 karat yellow gold with elements of Etruscan Revival motifs, laurel wreaths and flowers, she is beautifully carved with great detail, and can be worn as either a brooch or a pendant. Details (approximate) Dimensions: 1 3/8" Weight: 10.5 grams Materials: Gold, Hardstone Cameo Metal: 10K yellow gold Marks: None Condition: Excellent Antique condition commensurate with age and wear × × × × × × Buy now and save! Shipping info Click the Shipping & Payments tab above the listing description for more info Click the Shipping & Payments tab above the listing description for more info! Additional delivery notes PICK UP OPTION Sorry, our items are NOT available for pick-up. PAYMENT Immediate payment is required upon selecting "Buy It Now" or upon checking out through the cart. We accept payment via U.S. PayPal accounts and all Major Credit Cards, Debit Cards & Google Pay. We are legally required to collect sales tax in those states and localities where we maintain a physical presence (nexus). The applicable amount of sales tax charged to an order will be calculated based on the shipment destination's state and local sales tax laws. Thank you for shopping with us on eBay! Additional Information No additional information at this time Ask seller a question You might also like Antique French 19th Century Silver and Paste Saint Esprit Pendant Antique Sterling Silver & Garnet Snake Buckle/Clip Vintage Sterling Silver & Enamel Charm Bracelet Antique Silver, Chrysoprase & Paste Insect Brooch Contact To contact our Customer Service Team, simply click the button here and our Customer Service team will be happy to assist. Ask seller a question © The Koven Court Shipping & Payments Click the Shipping & Payments tab above the listing description for more info Payment Accepted Payment Methods Immediate payment is required upon selecting "Buy It Now" or upon checking out through the cart. We accept payment via U.S. PayPal accounts and all Major Credit Cards, Debit Cards & Google Pay. We are legally required to collect sales tax in those states and localities where we maintain a physical presence (nexus). The applicable amount of sales tax charged to an order will be calculated based on the shipment destination's state and local sales tax laws. Thank you for shopping with us on eBay! Returns Returns are accepted Items must be returned within 30 days of the auction ending Buyer will pay for return shipping. eBay integration by
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