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    The antique cameo has become a symbol of elegance and beauty, a carved stone with an image executed in relief. It is often considered among those works of art that emphasize perfection of form and celebrate human beauty, graphically displaying refined gracefulness and miniaturization.     
      Description: vj4550
10ct Gold Cameo Brooch and pendant

Size: 2" by 3"

Circa: 1950's

Price: $650.00

 

       

 
   

Micromosaics are a special form of mosaic that uses unusually small mosaic pieces (tesserae) of glass. Wearing micromosaic jewelry became popular during the Grand Tour period (17th - 19th Century). Members of rich European families would travel around Europe, taking in the sights and cultures of different countries. Italy was a very popular tourist spot as it had a long and prestigious history in arts and culture - a favourite subject in aristocratic circles.

    
      Description: vj02-892
14ct Gold Italian Micro Mosaic Brooch done in rare 3 dimensions

Size: 1" by 1"

Circa: 1900

Price: $2500.00

 

         
   

During part of the Victorian period from about 1860 to 1890, this jewellery was the height of fashion. Made of jet, vulcanite, bog oak or pressed horn, each carried special meaning as a memento of a loved one. A brooch in the shape of a hand carrying a bouquet conveyed a message symbolized by the flowers.

    
      Description: vj2149
Carved Jet Brooch

Size: 1" high by 3" wide

Circa: 1860-1880

Price: SOLD
         
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