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November Premier Auction: Day 1

Thu, Nov 9, 2017 05:00PM EST - Fri, Nov 10, 2017 05:00PM EST
Lot 218

Rare Antique Cameo Necklace

Estimate: $6,000 - $8,000

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seven onyx portrait cameos circa 1834 of King Ferdinand II of Naples and his family, "reputedly belonged at one time to the Spanish Royal Family", see book and notes for additional information, mounted as necklace circa 1850, English, decoration around cameos tested 14kt. yellow gold, grape leaf links tested 18kt. yellow gold, French owl stamps on clasp, cameos approx. 1-3/4 x 1-1/4 in., 17-1/2 in. lg., 138.3 grams, with book pictured in: "Victorian Jewellery Design", by Charlotte Gere, page 104

Condition

visible repair and discoloration to neck of one cameo, light tarnish, scratches to back of cameos, light scratches and wear

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