Key Description Points
Subject & Carving: Features an oval, hand-carved shell cameo depicting a classic profile portrait of a woman with styled, swept-up hair and draped shoulders, carved from natural cornelian/pinkish-orange shell.
Setting & Surround: Oval bezel setting surrounded by an ornate, filigree-style scrollwork border with scalloped edges.
Gold Purity & Hallmarks: Stamped on the reverse lower rim with official British hallmarks (including 9ct gold purity stamps) and a numeric marker ("5" or maker's mark near the top loop).
Versatility & Hardware: Convertible design featuring a traditional hinged pin with a C-clasp on the back, an top bail loop for chain attachment, and an attached safety chain with a pin for added security.
Condition: Pre-owned vintage/antique condition showing light natural patina across the gold surface and faint age-related variations in the carved shell.
Sponsor's/Maker's Mark (Far Left): A rectangular shield containing two or three maker initials (e.g., W.J.S or similar).
Fineness / Gold Standard Mark: The number 9 followed by .375, confirming 9-carat gold purity (37.5% pure gold).
Assay Office Mark: A small symbol identifying where it was tested. In British 9ct pieces, this is often the Anchor (Birmingham) or Leopard's Head (London).
Date Letter (Far Right): A single styled letter in a shaped shield denoting the precise year of manufacture.
Size: 3.7cm x 3cm
This item ships fully insured.
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