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Antique sardonyx and enamel cameo earrings
Cameos are commonly carved from shell and rarely in harder materials as it takes a true master carver to get the detail when carving into harder material and here is an exquisite pair of antique sardonyx and enamel cameo earrings dating from the 1860's.
Sardonyx is a naturally layered material from the quartz family that is layered with white and a soft pink background that when carved allows the carver to show these colours to their best light. And the quality of carving for each of these earrings is nothing short of spectacular. The detail in each is captivating from their faces to the detail in the hair and there is no doubt that this was carved by a master carver.
Then the design of the earrings is so lovely with the 18ct gold setting and highlighted with white enamel and blue enamel. The colours of the enamel really accentuate these earrings so well, and from the bottom to the top of the shepherd hooks, this distance measures 41.6mm by 15.2mm wide at the centre.
These really are an exquisite pair of antique cameo earrings that take attention to detail to a whole new level.
Stock# ES7128
Circa: 1860
$8,450
$8,450.00
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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
$2,150.00
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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
$2,550.00
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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
Jean Baptiste Regnault, The Education of Achilles, 1782
$2,800.00
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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
$7,200.00
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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
$6,900.00
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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 hardstone cameo and pearl ring made in 1903
Most cameos are carved from shell and only the best carvers of cameo use hardstone material such as in this antique cameo ring that is full of character and life.
Made in 18ct yellow gold in the Edwardian time in London in 1903, this cameo is made of sardonyx which is a naturally layered material from the quartz family.
Being layered is a natural choice for many hardstone cameos for the obvious reason that as the carver goes into the material, different colours are found at different depths to allow for a wonderful colour contrast.
Hand carved of a maiden dancing, cameos really are as unique as a painting.
Surrounded by 20 natural seed pearls, the cameo with the pearl border measures 19.7mm by 10mm wide.
The band itself has the most elegant and charming scroll work on both sides adding that extra character making antique rings so unique and beautiful.
This is such a delightful antique cameo ring that will suit any finger that it is worn on.
Stock# ES3854
Hallmarked: London 1903
$1,750
Made in 18ct yellow gold in the Edwardian time in London in 1903, this cameo is made of sardonyx which is a naturally layered material from the quartz family.
Being layered is a natural choice for many hardstone cameos for the obvious reason that as the carver goes into the material, different colours are found at different depths to allow for a wonderful colour contrast.
Hand carved of a maiden dancing, cameos really are as unique as a painting.
Surrounded by 20 natural seed pearls, the cameo with the pearl border measures 19.7mm by 10mm wide.
The band itself has the most elegant and charming scroll work on both sides adding that extra character making antique rings so unique and beautiful.
This is such a delightful antique cameo ring that will suit any finger that it is worn on.
Stock# ES3854
Hallmarked: London 1903
$1,750
$1,750.00
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Antique cameo ring surrounded by pearls
Antique cameo rings have really come back into fashion in recent years, and here is a fantastic 19th Century cameo ring that looks magnificent on the finger and is destined to always be admired.
Hand made in 18ct gold in the 1890's, this wonderful example of an antique cameo ring has the advantage of the cameo itself being hand carved from sardonyx which is also called a "hardstone" cameo thanks to its hardness compared to that of a more traditional shell cameo.
Shell cameos are the traditional material used for cameos and there is not problem wearing them everyday if they are a brooch or earring, but when they are set into rings more care must be taken, whereas a hardstone cameo has of course the advantage of being more durable and are more suited for rings.
This gorgeous antique cameo ring truly has all the charm and character of a genuine hand carved cameo and the being surrounded by natural pearls really adds to its style.
Being lozenge shaped means it sits so well on the finger and really accentuates the finger. From end to end the ring measures 16.1mm in length by 7.8mm across.
The cameo itself is of a very elegant maiden and is so delightful to admire.
Surrounded by 18 pearls and set on an elegant rounded band makes the style of this antique cameo ring so easy to wear all the day on its own or along side other antique rings.
This is a very beautiful and charming antique cameo ring that will always be admired and appreciated.
Stock# ES3044
Circa: 1890 (Victorian)
$1,450
$1,450.00
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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
$2,350.00
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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
$2,650.00
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Antique cameo and pearl earrings
 Antique cameos are so individual and here is a magnificent pair of antique cameo earrings dating from the 1870's.
 More commonly cameos are found carved from shell, whereas these cameos are hand carved from sardonyx which is a naturally layered material of white and the lovely warm burnt orange colour.
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 Made in 15ct rose gold, the colour of the gold matches so well with the colours from the sardonyx and it really makes these antique cameo earrings stand out even more.
 Each earring is also set with 2 pearls to add even more charm and character to them.
 Measuring 25mm across at the widest part in the centre by 38.5mm from the bottom to where the shepherd hook is attached, the size of these earrings really stand out so well day or night.
 The shepherd hook fittings at the back are also nice and long making them very secure to wear.
 Antique cameo earrings are becoming increasingly hard to come by as it only takes the loss or damage of one to make them obsolete and these earrings are not only still together well after 140 years but are also in superb condition.
Stock# ES1295
Circa: 1870 (Victorian)
$4,350
 More commonly cameos are found carved from shell, whereas these cameos are hand carved from sardonyx which is a naturally layered material of white and the lovely warm burnt orange colour.
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 Made in 15ct rose gold, the colour of the gold matches so well with the colours from the sardonyx and it really makes these antique cameo earrings stand out even more.
 Each earring is also set with 2 pearls to add even more charm and character to them.
 Measuring 25mm across at the widest part in the centre by 38.5mm from the bottom to where the shepherd hook is attached, the size of these earrings really stand out so well day or night.
 The shepherd hook fittings at the back are also nice and long making them very secure to wear.
 Antique cameo earrings are becoming increasingly hard to come by as it only takes the loss or damage of one to make them obsolete and these earrings are not only still together well after 140 years but are also in superb condition.
Stock# ES1295
Circa: 1870 (Victorian)
$4,350
$4,350.00
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