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Shell Cameo 18ct Gold & Enamel Brooch c.1870 (1 of 8)
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Shell Cameo 18ct Gold & Enamel Brooch c.1870

REF: 6355 / LA489181
£895
€1,045
$1,126
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Description
This is a very finely carved 19th Century (c.1870) antique shell cameo of a Bacchante or Maenad in an 18ct gold (electronically tested) and white enamel archeological revival brooch mount. There is a ring to enable conversion to a pendant if desired. There are faint (too much so to photograph) initials, possibly 'lk', at lower right on the back of the shell.
measurements
Height:
4.3 cm
Width:
3.7 cm
declaration
Lefays has clarified that the Shell Cameo 18ct Gold & Enamel Brooch c.1870 (LA489181) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being c.1870
condition
In very good condition. No damage to the cameo apart from a small scratch on the back. It is secure in its mount. Minor (hardly noticeable to normal viewing) enamel losses in the ovals at upper left of the surround (approx 10 o’clock, see images). Small dent at the back (not visible from the front).
additional info
Material:
Origin:
Date of Manufacture:
c.1870
location
This Shell Cameo 18ct Gold & Enamel Brooch c.1870 is located in United Kingdom