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Antique hardstone onyx cameo ring with hand engraved shoulders
Cameos are often carved from shell which is a relatively soft material, whereas this cameo was hand carved from onyx which is from the quartz family and much more stronger and also much harder to carve and was left to the best of the best carvers. Carved from onyx which is naturally layered black and white, this antique cameo ring depicts a woman’s head in profile and was so exquisitely hand carved with fantastic attention to detail. The black and white colouring of the onyx really makes the cameo stand out and the cameo measures 16.7mm by 12.3mm. Dating from the 1880’s, the ring was made in 15 carat gold and not only do the sides taper down so elegantly, but they also display the most wonderful hand engraving that accentuates the ring as a whole and makes it even more feminine. With a lovely tactile feel to both the cameo and the band, this is a wonderful example of a late Victorian antique cameo ring that shows the quality of craftsmanship from all those years ago. Stock# ES8239 Circa: 1880 $2,200
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Victorian hard stone cameo brooch that can be worn as a pendant
This is a spectacular example of a Victorian hard stone cameo brooch that can be worn as a pendant that has not only the most beautiful mount, but an exquisitely hand carved cameo of exceptional quality. More often than not, cameos are carved from shell, whereas this is classified as a hard stone cameo. Made from a material called sardonyx which is naturally layered, being a much harder material than shell, these were only carved by engravers who had many years of experience behind them. The fine quality is evident when you look at how much detail there is in here face, hair and clothes. She is absolutely beautiful to admire from near or far and the cameo itself measures 23.2mm across by 31.7mm. The mount is made in 15 carat gold and has a stunning design to it that continues to the large bail at the top. Measuring 54.1mm from the bottom to the top of the bail or 43.6mm to the top of the mount by 39.8mm across, on the back is a brooch fitting and when worn this way, the top bail ingeniously drops down behind, and regardless of how it is worn, there is little doubt that it will always be loved and admired. This is one of the finest antique cameos around, and truly a piece of exceptional quality and craftsmanship. Stock# ES8232 Circa: 1870 $3,600
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19th century antique coral bracelet made in France
Here is a truly exceptional 19th century antique coral bracelet made in France that is of the highest standard and quality. Natural coral in this colour is so hard to find and the modern coral found today is often sponge coral which is then dyed to imitate this colour. Highly prized and desired since Roman times, the colour from this coral is just amazing as is the high quality of the carving on each of the five pieces. Beautifully hand made in 18ct yellow gold in the 1840's, the standard of manufacture really is second to none. The way the links have a fluid design and wrap around each other is just incredible as is the way the clasp is hidden into the bracelet with a seamless finish and look to it. Even the frame of each the cameos showcases the high quality and all of this work is there to compliment and highlight each of the coral cameos. With the largest cameo including its frame measuring 34.2mm by 27.8mm, and the smaller ones measuring 31.7mm by 23.6mm, the size of each coral cameo allows for such incredible and highly intricate detail that was no doubt expertly hand carved nearly 200 years ago. Each cameo takes your breath away at the quality of hand carving and finding a bracelet with one coral cameo of this quality would be difficult, let alone five. From end to end the bracelet measures a full 19.6cm and sits so well on the wrist and regardless of which cameo is showing, there is little doubt that it will always be admired and appreciated. This is a true collectors piece of museum quality that is unlike anything else and real one-off piece that could never be replicated. Stock# ES7495 Circa: 1840 $23,800
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Victorian era 15ct gold antique pink conch shell cameo
So beautifully and expertly hand carved, there is little doubt that this Victorian era 15ct gold antique pink conch shell cameo. Today there are many cameos on the market which are not hand engraved and therefore don't have that wonderful artistic beauty often seen in an antique cameo such as this one. The intricate detail in the face and the hair is just captivating and made all the more special by being carved in the pink conch shell. Cameos are more often carved in the helmet cameo which is more of an orange and white/beige colouring, so the delicate pink and white colours seen here are just beautiful. With a spectacular mount with so much incredible work, the mount is made in 15ct gold and measures 46.6mm across by 47.7mm from top to bottom. Even around the border it has been hand engraved which in itself would have taken so long to create. This is such a stunning antique cameo, that will always look so impressive on any outfit. Stock# T556 Circa: 1870 $3,300
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Antique cameo necklace from the late 1800’s.
Here is a very lovely and elegant antique cameo necklace from the late 1800's that is destined to always be loved and admired. Made in 9ct rose gold, the cameos are all hand carved from pink shell and are all of a woman's head in profile with so much detail. Laid out from end to end the necklace measures 41.5cm in length and from the top cameo to the bottom cameo this distance measures an elegant 7cm in length. To add o the elegance, there is an additional chain from the centre cameo to the side cameos and then another additional chain from the two side cameos to the necklace itself. A very elegant example of an antique cameo from the Victorian era, this cameo necklace can so easily be worn all the time and is sure to be both noticed and admired. Stock# ES6109 Circa: 1890 $2,150
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Antique cameo of the 3 graces
The 3 graces were the 3 daughters of Zeus, named Aglaia, Thalia and Euphorosyne and for centuries have been imortalised in art from paintings, sculptures and cameos as can be seen here in this gorgeous antique cameo of the 3 graces. Dating from the 1870's, the cameo has been beautifully hand carved in shell and the attention to detail is spectacular and shows what talent the carver had. There is so much life and a sense of movement when you admire this cameo and thanks to the natural colouring of the shell, will allow this to be so easily worn on any coloured outfit and always fit right in. Measuring 7.7cm by 5.2cm, the cameo is mounted in a 9ct gold frame that itself has delightful and charming engraving on the sides. With a romantic classical scene that goes back to Greek mythology, this is such a character filled antique cameo if the three graces that will always be admired and a real talking point. Stock# R908 Circa: 1870 $2,550
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Antique cameo of Chiron and Achilles
Here is a magnificent antique cameo of Chiron and Achilles that is so exquisitely carved and complimented by the spectacular border that it is set in. Chiron was regarded as the most notable of all the centaurs and taught Achilles such things as riding, hunting and as depicted here, archery. Dating from the 1860's, the cameo itself is so exquisitely carved on onyx and is a true testament to the quality of the artist that hand carved this all those years ago. The fine attention to detail is what separates one cameo to another cameo just like the quality of paintings and this cameo is up there with the best of the best. Most cameos are carved from shell which is a lot softer and easier to carve than onyx, so to achieve this level of craftsmanship would have taken years and years, and in this cameo it truly shows. Mounted in a gorgeous frame made from 18ct yellow gold, the mount itself measures 44.5mm by 36mm and the cameo 24.1mm by 19mm. The design of the mount is just spectacular and typical of the Mid-Victorian period when this was made. There is no doubt that this is one of the finest cameos around, and one that will always be such a talking point.
Stock# R584 Circa: 1860 $2,800 (On hold AS) Jean Baptiste Regnault, The Education of Achilles, 1782
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Antique glass cameo necklace made in France
Every now and again we come across a piece of antique jewellery that truly is museum quality and here is a spectacular antique glass cameo necklace made in France in the early 1800's. Glass was another material that used in jewellery making in England as well as France and both countries created some truly spectacular molded glass cameos such as the three that are in this necklace. Made around 1810 in 18ct yellow gold, each cameo is of a woman's head in profile and has so much detail and character that really seems to bring them to life. Each are in a beautiful warm golden orange colour and the design of the necklace itself is just so spectacular in its fringe design leading to the cameo in the centre. Laid out from end to end, the necklace measures 43cm in length allowing the centre cameo to sit perfectly on the neckline allowing it to be admired for its classical beauty and sophistication. With French hallmarks on the elegant clasp at the back, this neoclassical French cameo necklace is just spectacular and will make any woman feel like royalty when this is around her neck. A truly spectacular piece of antique jewellery to excite and delight. Stock# ES6551 Circa: 1810 $7,200
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Antique cameo earrings from the 1860’s.
Here are one of the finest pair of antique cameo earrings around and ones that are still in incredible condition even after more than 150 years. Made in 18ct yellow gold in the 1860, each earring is made all the more special by having not just one but two hand carved cameos of a ladies head in profile, but there is also the free moving section at the bottom. Today it is possible to carve cameos by machine, however all these years ago cameos were expertly and painstakingly carved by hand and each of these four cameos are just so well defined. Surrounding each cameo is the most incredible Etruscan work that itself is so stunning and the rich colour of the yellow gold really makes these earrings stand out even more. From the very bottom to the top, this distance measures 45.1mm and the lower cameo section measures 14.5mm wide. Fitted on very long and secure shepherd hooks, these antique cameo earrings are nothing short of spectacular. Stock# ES6171 Circa: 1860 $6,900
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Antique coral and turquoise brooch
Here is a magnificent cameo from that is not only superbly hand carved but from coral as well as opposed to the more common shell cameos.
Set into a beautiful 18ct yellow gold mount, the mount itself is designed with a floral motif set with four pieces of natural turquoise which gives this cameo such a wonderful contrast from the gold and the coral. The mount itself measures 20.7mm across by 21.8mm and would look so good on any outfit thanks to the colours used in the cameo. Antique cameos are always so unique thanks to the hand carving and this one is just divine with the cameo carved from coral and the setting set with the turquoise to really make this such a wonderful cameo brooch to wear on any occasion day or night. Stock# ES3420 Circa: 1870 $1,600
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Antique hard stone cameo ring with pearls
This antique cameo ring looks perfect on the finger and will always be admired.
Made in the 1870's in 15ct gold, it is set with a hard stone carving from sardonyx of a mans profile.
Most cameos are set with shell cameo which is softer, so it is great to get one with sardonyx which shows the wonderful layers.
The different colouring in the layers has been used to its advantage by allowing the face to stand out so well against the background as well as the highlight of colour in the hair. The cameo is surrounded by 34 natural seed pearls which compliment the ring so well, and the cameo measures 13mm x 11mm, and with the pearls measures 17mm x 13mm and sits so nicely on the finger. With such beautiful engraving on the side of the band, this antique hard stone cameo will be treasured every time that it is worn. Stock # ES7586 Circa: 1870 (Victorian) $2,350
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Hardstone antique cameo ring from France
Here is a brilliant example of a superb quality antique cameo ring.
Made in the 1860's, this cameo ring is set in 18ct yellow gold was made in France and has the most superb quality hand carved cameo. Carved in agate to show 2 different colours/layers, carving into a hardstone such as this was and still is considered so much harder than the traditional shell cameos.
The attention to detail is simply amazing and what a fine quality cameo is all about.
Close up you can see so much detail in her face and this is what separates a fine quality cameo from a poor quality one. The top of the ring measures 1.8cm by 1.4cm and this ring will look sensational on any finger. Fine quality antique cameo rings are hard to get in this condition, and this is one antique cameo ring that will be treasured. Stock# ES1539 Circa: 1860 $2,650
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