This Victorian Shell Cameo ring depicts the face of an established French aristocrat woman. This is classically depicted by the fine featured, elongated, narrow face with clean lines.
The narrow face shows leadership and provenance yet interestingly it is also a symbol of honorability and an ability to work with a group and be loyal to a team of like minded heroes!
The cameo is framed by cannetille wire work in 10k white and yellow gold. The frame also has had engraved details on the edge around the cannetille work.
Related but not the same as filigree, cannetille applies gold sheet work and fine wire work to frame a piece. Most popular in the 1820s-1830s, it continued to be used all thru the 19th century and beyond.
Gemstone: Carved Shell
Cut: Cameo, low relief
Depicts: the profile of an aristocrat
Width: 22.2 to 14.4 mm or 3/4" x 1/2"
Metal: 10k white and yellow gold (tested and marked)
Markings: 10K
Finger Size: 6 (can be sized)
Circa: 1890-1900
Condition Rating: 6 (the shank as been lightly polished but in very good condition, the face on the cameo is fairly worn down, no cracks or chips)
