Extraordinary antique custom made goddess 'Erato' sardonyx shell cameo brooch or pendant with retractable bail (goddess 'Erato' was the muse of lyric and love poetry) - the cameo carved in deep relief and high contrast exposing the rust/brown background (the most desirable and rarest of shell cameos) - the hand carved cameo is bezel set - contained in an intricately tooled 10K yellow gold frame and finished with a twisted rope detail - original pin/hinge and early safety catch - signed (see last photo - unidentified maker) - cameo carved in Italy - gold setting likely American - circa 1900.
Excellent/mint antique condition - hand made with minor signs of age and use - all original - no loss - no damage - no repairs - ready to wear.
Size/Dimensions - 1 7/8" (4.8 cm.) High x 1 3/8" (3.5 cm.) Wide x 5/8" (1.7 cm.) Deep.
Weight - 11.07 Grams (Total).
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