Vintage 800 Silver Carnelian Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant Marcasite Scalloped

Description

View Vintage 800 Silver Carnelian Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant Marcasite Scalloped with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Equipped with a secure C-clasp safety pin and a fold-down bail, allowing it to be worn as either a brooch or a pendant necklace. Exquisite mid-century Italian hand-carved carnelian shell cameo featuring a graceful lady in profile with floral hair accents. This versatile Victorian Revival piece is set in a decorative 800 silver frame with a warm 10K gold vermeil wash and a scalloped edge accented by shimmering marcasite stones. Equipped with a secure C-clasp safety pin and a fold-down bail, allowing it to be worn as either a brooch or a pendant necklace. The translucent shell provides a beautiful warm glow when backlit, highlighting the delicate craftsmanship of the carving. • Material: Carnelian Shell, 800 Silver, Gold Vermeil • Accents: Hand-set Marcasite • Era: Circa 1950s (Victorian Revival) • Measurements: 1.25" H x 1" W • Hallmark: Stamped "800" on the frame • Condition: Excellent vintage condition; shell is intact with no cracks; pin and bail are functional. Condition: Pre-owned - Good. Category: Jewelry & Watches › Vintage & Antique Jewelry › Brooches & Pins. Brand: Unbranded.

Brand

Unbranded

Main Stone Color

Peach

Occasion

Mother's Day, Anniversary

Base Metal

Gold

Antique

Yes

Shape

Oval

Main Stone

Shell

Main Stone Shape

Oval

Setting Style

Prong

Type

Brooch

Metal Purity

800

Color

Gold

Theme

Art, Bohemian

Vintage

Yes

Department

Women

Signed

Yes

Material

Shell

Handmade

Yes

Metal

Silver

Main Stone Creation

Natural

Jewelry Department

Fine