Victorian Hardstone Cameo, Diamond, Half-Pearl

Victorian Hardstone Cameo, Diamond, Half-Pearl, Gold, Silver Brooch, French Stones: Sardonyx cameo; rose-cut diamonds Pearl: Half-pearls measuring 3.50 mm Metal: 18k gold, silver Marked: French hallmark Theme: Female profile Gross Weight: 13.50 grams Diameter: 1-3/8 inches HID03101062020 © 2020 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Condition Report: Diamonds:
Avg Color: J-K-L
Avg Clarity: SI
Shape(s): Rose
Count: 26 - 50

Colored Gems:
Type(s): Sardonyx, Diamond
Shape(s): Cameo, Rose
Count: 1 - 25
Avg Quality: Fine

Pearls:

Pearl: 1
Type: Akoya
Shape: Half Pearl
Color: Cream
Overtone: Rose
Luster: Good
Surface: Slightly Blemished
Count: 28
Size: 3.50 mm

Metals:
Gold
Silver

Overall Condition: Very Good
Condition Notes: A masterful rendering of a female in profile! Completed by hinged pinstem and C catch. Having a French eagle's head hallmark for 750 gold purity. Metal also tests 18k gold. The diamonds and sardonyx cameo appear to be set in silver-topped gold, tarnish is visible on silver parts, unable to be tested for conclusive identification. The outer rim set with half-pearls tests 18k yellow gold. Completed by a pinstem and "c" catch.
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