Vintage Italian 14K Gold Hand-Carved Shell Cameo Pendant Brooch JR1379

A finely carved Italian shell cameo depicting a classical female profile in high relief, framed within a polished 14K gold mount. The portrait is executed with delicate attention to the curls, diadem, and draped neckline, set against a warm apricot to honey ground that enhances depth and contrast. The gold frame features a subtle rope-edge detail and is fitted with both a hinged pin stem and a discreet bail, allowing it to be worn as either a brooch or pendant. Elegant in proportion and refined in execution, this piece reflects the enduring neoclassical tradition of Italian cameo carving.

Detail:
Size: 1.5" x 1 1/8"
Condition: Very good vintage condition, minor surface wear consistent with age
Weight: 5.2g

Hallmark: 14K 33a Italy