9ct Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch with Safety Chain

This is a very nice cameo, slightly convex in shape with a 9ct gold surround.

Cameos are classic beauties, they are miniature works of art and make timeless gifts for all occasions.In very good condition with no chips, cracks or repairs. The Cameo measures 40x 30. The safety chain is gold and is 5cm in length. The pin is also gold.Cameos are known to have been around since ancient times, but the modern tradition began around the fifteenth or sixteenth century and was made popular by Queen Victoria [1837-1901]. Cameos carved from shell are still the most popular type of cameo sold today.

A beautiful and characteristic Cameo with a graceful female image, encased in a fancy gold surround, and with feature tinted Hair and Flower, this elegant Brooch will make a fantastic addition to a jewellery collection.

Metal: 9ct yellow gold    Stamp: 9ct for 9ct gold Cameo: Genuine Italian Shell Cameo  1 piece of 40x30mm Oval    Weight 16.23 grams.  Length    : 4.3cm   Width:      3.4cm    Safety Chain Length: 5cm 

This brooch will be delivered to you in a presentation box.