Victorian Hardstone Cameo, Diamond, Enamel, Gold
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Victorian Hardstone Cameo, Diamond, Enamel, Gold Brooch, French Stones: Agate cameo; rose-cut diamonds Metal: 18k gold; enamel Theme: Bacchanalian; grape cluster; grape leaves Marked: French hallmarks Gross Weight: 20.90 grams Dimensions: 2 inches x 1-1/2 inches
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Condition
Diamonds:
Avg Color: J-K-L
Avg Clarity: SI
Shape(s): Rose
Count: 1 - 25
Colored Gems:
Type(s): Agate
Shape(s): Cameo
Count: 1 - 25
Avg Quality: Good
Metals:
Gold
Overall Condition: Fair
Condition Notes: The cameo features a Bacchus-type figure in profile with grape clusters and leaves in the hair, imagery which is repeated in the gold surround. Who wouldn't want to wear a brooch that evokes the power of the wine gods? Having a French eagle head hallmark on the pinstem. Completed by pinstem and C catch. Enamel loss visible on grape leaves. Chips on reverse of cameo. Accompanied by an antique fitted box.
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Avg Color: J-K-L
Avg Clarity: SI
Shape(s): Rose
Count: 1 - 25
Colored Gems:
Type(s): Agate
Shape(s): Cameo
Count: 1 - 25
Avg Quality: Good
Metals:
Gold
Overall Condition: Fair
Condition Notes: The cameo features a Bacchus-type figure in profile with grape clusters and leaves in the hair, imagery which is repeated in the gold surround. Who wouldn't want to wear a brooch that evokes the power of the wine gods? Having a French eagle head hallmark on the pinstem. Completed by pinstem and C catch. Enamel loss visible on grape leaves. Chips on reverse of cameo. Accompanied by an antique fitted box.
Heritage Auctions strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Heritage regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only And should Not be relied upon as statements of fact, And do Not constitute a representation, warranty, Or assumption of liability by Heritage. All lots offered are sold "As Is"
Buyer's Premium per Lot:
25% on the first $300,000 (minimum $49), plus 20% of any amount between $300,001 and $3,000,000, plus 12.5% of any amount over $3,000,001 per lot.
Buyer's Premium
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- 20% up to $3,000,000.00
- 12.5% above $3,000,000.00
Victorian Hardstone Cameo, Diamond, Enamel, Gold
Estimate $1,600 - $2,400
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Senior Director, Fine Jewelry, Dallas
Director, Fine Jewelry, New York
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