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French Antique Hardstone Cameo, Enamel And Ruby Brooch

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50-1-11235

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ABOUT THIS BROOCH

Cameos go way back. Napoleon's better half--Empress Josephine--started a multinational trend when she was painted for a portrait wearing a cameo parure. Start your own trend with this unique, magnifique 19th-century French work of wearable art. Expertly hand carved from chalcedony in exceptionally high relief, a youthful classical beauty in profile--boasting lush and carefully coiffed curls--is very subtly rouged on her cheek and neck, appearing sun-kissed against a distinctive, translucent marble-like background that must be seen in person to be fully appreciated. Set in an embossed gold bezel, she is encircled by a ribbon of glossy black enamel that wraps around twenty-four bright raspberry-red Burmese rubies, creating a striking contrast of colors. The lapel of your cool black coat, the scoop neckline of your chic sheath dress, your favorite scarf--and other intriguing possibilities--are just waiting to be pinned. Total ruby weight, 2.00 carats. In 18K gold, circa mid-to-late 19th century.

Details

Materials:
18 Karat Yellow Gold
Length:
2 Inch
Width:
1 3/4 Inch
Height:
1/2 Inch
Gram Weight:
41.6 Grams
Period:
Victorian
Center Chalcedony details

 

Cut/Shape:
Cameo Cut
Color:
Cream To Light Grey
Measurements:
38.00 x 32.00 x 15.00 mm
Additional Details Additional Gem Details

24 Cushion Cut Rubies

Carat Weight:
2.00 carat Because mountings prohibit full and accurate observation of gem quality and weight, all data pertaining to mounted gems can be considered as approximate unless accompanied by an independent laboratory certificate (AGL, EGL, GIA). Unless otherwise stated, all colored stones and pearls are assumed to be subject to a relatively stable and possibly undetected color and/or clarity enhancement.
Color:
Purplish Red
Measurements:
2.80-2.20 (exact) mm
Total Colored Gemstone Carat Weight:
2.00

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