Antique Victorian 14k Gold, Agate & Pearl Cameo Brooch / Pendant of a Youth

Description

A fine antique Victorian convertible brooch / pendant for a necklace.

In 14k gold.

Comprising a cameo brooch with a … more A fine antique Victorian convertible brooch / pendant for a necklace.

In 14k gold.

Comprising a cameo brooch with a oval reserve for a photo to the reverse and a tapered bail.

Centered on a pink and white carved agate or hard stone cameo of a beautiful young woman with flowing curly hair, earrings, and a ruffled dress.

The sides are set with small, round pearls and there is applied twisted rope and granulated decoration throughout.

Simply a wonderful piece of Victorian jewelry!

(Chain for display purposes only and not included with purchase).

Date:
Mid-19th Century

Overall Condition:
It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition. There is some light edge wear, some fine and light surface scratches, and other signs of light wear consistent with age.

Fineness:
Unmarked for gold fineness. Professionally tests at 14k.

Marks:
Incised "54" an "2" on the back.

Gemstone Measurements:
2 Pearls: ca. 4 mm diameter

Measurements:
Width: ca. 32 mm
Height: ca. 58 mm
Depth: ca. 15 mm

Weight: ca. 17.1 g

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