This stunning, fine and impressive antique pendant / brooch with pearls has been crafted in 18ct yellow gold.

The oval shaped frame is ornamented to the centre with a stunning 20.61ct cameo hardstone, depicting a female figure draped in fabric and leaning against a pillar.

The hardstone panel is framed by a scrolling yellow gold border accented with twenty-seven natural and seed pearl graduating in size.

A further impressive pearl terminates and articulates from the lower border of the stunning design within a trifurcating setting.

The upper border of the antique cameo brooch is embellished with pierced decorated scalloped ornamentation in addition to impressive curvilinear banner style motif.

The brooch secures to the reverse with a hinged pin and clasp.

This stunning and versatile antique brooch can also be worn as a pendant via a later attached bale to the reverse of the setting, suspending from a contemporary 9 ct yellow gold 45.72cm/18" curb.

This antique cameo pendant has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 18 carat gold.

This impressive brooch / pendant is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card.

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This antique brooch is exceptional quality set with a stunning hardstone cameo, in addition to impressive pearls displaying a fine colour and lustre.

The antique cameo pendant in gold is an exceptional gauge of gold and is in exceptional condition.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of antique cameo jewellery/estate jewelry.

Content 20.61 carats

Dimensions 28.41mm x 20.02mm x 5.14mm

Length of drop 7.8cm/3.07"

Length of setting 6.5cm/2.56"

Width of setting 3.3cm/1.3"

Across pin 2.6cm/1.02"

Height of setting 8.16mm/0.32"

Chain length 45.72cm/18"

14.67 grams

Date: Circa 1880

Origin: Europe