circa 1885
This very rare antique Belle Epoque amethyst cameo brooch / pendant boasts a beautiful neoclassical portrait of a woman carved in high relief with unparalleled precision and encompassed by a rich and chunky frame of rose cut diamonds.
The brooch / pendant is crafted in silver topped 14K gold (front – silver, back – gold).
Overall size 41 x 36 mm (1 5/8 x 1 3/8 in.)
The amethyst cameo measures 30.1 x 22.4 x 17.4 mm.
Estimated total diamond weight is 4.20 carats.