Antique Art Nouveau Shell Cameo Habille Old Mine Diamond Necklace 14k White Gold

Description

Fine Antique Art Nouveau Shell Cameo Habille wearing Old Mine Diamond Necklace in a Solid 14k White Gold Mount.  Cameo is carved in High Relief in exquisite detail from the flowers in her hair, her hairstyle, the flowers on her bodice, to the folds in her gown.  The Cameo is carved using 3 layers of the shell with the top orange layer used to highlight her hair, the flowers on her bodice, and her gown.  This is truly a wearable work of art!  An Heirloom piece to treasure and pass down to the next generation!
The Cameo is XL  measuring approximately 2" x 1 5/8" and  is substantial weighing 18.1 grams.  The Mount is hand wrought and represents very fine hand craftsmanship.  The cameo has its original pin and period fold over locking c clasp marked 14k allowing for wear as a brooch.  The cameo also has a fold down bale allowing wear as a pendant.  Just lovely!!
A Fine Antique Art Nouveau Shell Cameo Habille wearing an Old Mine Diamond Necklace in a Solid Hand Wrought 14k White Gold Mount.  A fabulous piece to add to your antique jewelry collection!!