Early 1900's 14k Hard Stone Bacchantes Cameo Brooch
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ITEM # 2938-450    Early 1900's 14k Hard Stone Bacchantes Cameo Brooch.
CIRCA: 1920's
DESCRIPTION: 14k two tone yellow and rose gold framed black & white onyx cameo brooch. The frame is yellow gold with rose gold ornaments. Has a c-clasp with safety lever. The cameo measures 1 1/2" x 1 1/8" and is a Bacchantes subject facing left with a grape leaves wreath in her hair carved in 2 layers of black & white colored banded Onyx (chalcedony). The back has white swirl marks that is common in chalcedony. Unmarked but electonically tests 14k.
MEASUREMENTS: 2" x 1 5/8".
CONDITION: Very good with minor crazing on the face and upper torso noticeable upon close inspection. It appears that these lines are part of the onyx layer and not due to damage as there are no chips or actual cracks to the carving.
NOTES: It is believed that the cameo is older (possibly mid 1800's) than the frame.
PRICE: $1,299.99   

   

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