Antique 14K & Carved Cameo Pendant on Chain redeyes Materials: 18 karat yellow gold

Materials: 18 karat yellow gold

Condition: Excellent Antique converted condition

platinum was being used since it required less metal to hold a gem securely

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Antique 14K & Carved Cameo Pendant on Chain redeyes Materials: 18 karat yellow goldA cameo is a form of glyptography, or bas relief carving, most often cut into glass, hard stones, and shells. Artworks were crafted to create two layers on one piece of material, the top of which protruded from its background, creating a multi dimensional artwork. These detailed reliefs were often used to adorn pieces of jewelry, including brooches, necklaces, bracelets and rings. The earliest cameos took inspiration from prehistoric petroglyphs,