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Art Deco 800 Fine Italian Silver Marcasites Carved Shell Cameo Pendant Pin Euro
Art Deco 800 Fine Italian Silver Marcasites Carved Shell Cameo Pendant Pin Euro
Art Deco 800 Fine Italian Silver Marcasites Carved Shell Cameo Pendant Pin Euro

Art Deco 800 Fine Italian Silver Marcasites Carved Shell Cameo Pendant Pin Euro

$80.00

This is a lovely Art Deco hand carved natural shell cameo pendant or pin in solid 800 Fine Italian silver with marcasites. Marked 800. Tested and Guaranteed to be solid 800 silver…..Not plated. Size is 1 7/16″ North to South including the bale by 7/8″ wide across East to West. She is beautifully made and deeply carved with fine details. The frame has all of its original faceted marcasites and very, very tiny cut work on the edge of the bezel. No tears or dents or deep scratches. No cracks or chips. Excellent Condition and directly from an estate so it has not been polished out. Still nice and crisp with fine detail. This is a beautiful Art Deco statement cameo for your collection to use as a pin or necklace pendant.

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References:
(http://thepoodleanddogblog.typepad.com) (http://vintagedancer.com/1950s/1950s-fashion-history-skirts/)
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