Hera Cameo Brooch with Sardonyx Natural Pearl and Gold, Circa 1890
Hera Cameo Brooch with Sardonyx Natural Pearl and Gold, Circa 1890
£4,800.00
Description
An antique cameo brooch, depicting Hera, the ancient Greek goddess of women, marriage and childbirth, on a sardonyx hardstone cameo, with a dark brown background, mounted in yellow gold surround, set with six, natural half pearls, spaced between sets of three white enamel lines, with a glazed locket back, which appears to contain woven hair. With French eagle marks for 18ct gold and a maker's mark, circa 1890.
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| Origin | European Other |
| Period | 19th Century |
| Materials | Gold |
| Main Gemstone | Agate |
| Pearl | |
| Style | Neo Classical |
| Condition | Fair |
| Carat for Gold | 18 K |
| Hallmark | French eagle head |
| Dimensions | 44.9 x 37.3mm |
Product REF: 30195B
