Vintage gold cameo pendant; 14 karat

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Vintage gold pendant featuring a finely carved cameo of an elegant lady in profile. The portrait is meticulously detailed, from the hair to the lines of the face. The cameo is set in an oval gold frame with openwork curls, beautifully framing the portrait. The art of carving cameos is an ancient craft that was already cherished by the Greeks and Romans! This classic pendant is easy to combine with a gold chain of your choice. The jewel is made of 14 karat yellow gold (585/1000).

Cameo is an ancient technique where a portrait or image is hand-engraved on agate or shell. The engraving creates depth and results in a beautiful, realistic depiction. The oldest known cameo dates back over 2000 years.

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