Pendant - Aucoc Brooch Cameo Old And Its Pearls

Octagonal in shape with openwork circle pattern and sprinkled with fine pearls, pendant holding a cameo on 4-layered agate representing the left profile of a bust woman.
The back opens like a medallion to incorporate a photo or lock of hair. For the brooch, the hanging system is a pin with safety hook. The latter bends and the pin unscrews to allow the jewelry to be worn as a pendant. The removable bail is in the shape of an openwork lily flower.

Period: 19th century
Main material: yellow gold, 750 thousandths, 18 carats, eagle's head hallmark.
Proportions: Height: Approx 5.7cm, Width: Approx 3cm, Cameo Size: 2.1cm x 2.7cm.
Net weight: approx.18.5g.
Authentic old jewel - French work of the 19th century, a tiny agate pearl is missing from the elegant necklace, very little visible.
Our opinion: Rare, the old cameo is magnificent. A superb antique collector's item reserved for enlightened amateurs.
The story of this jewel: Presented in a shaped and original case in leather and velvet, this jewel was purchased from the prestigious Maison Aucoc, supplier to the Emperor and the Queen of England.

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