Two shell cameo ear pendants. Each designed as an oval-shape shell cameo, within a seed pearl and blue enamel band surround, suspended from a seed pearl accent gold plated chain and hook fitting. Length 7.5cms. Total weight 10.7gms.
Overall condition fair. Surface scratches/ wear, discolouration and dents in keeping with general age and wear. Composite from different elements. Chain supporting the cameos is base metal. Glue and base metal wire repairs to the seed pearl surround. Shells are later replacements, cut down to fit, some gaps, wear to the mounts. Cameo subjects appear to be Hebe feeding Zeus as an eagle and Diana. Seed pearls untested for natural origin. Seed pearls to the surrounds appear semi-baroque, vary in lustre and hue. Hook fittings for pierced ears. Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers for coloured gemstones. Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition. For any further questions you may have on this lot, please do not hesitate to contact Natalie Craddock at natalie@fellows. co. uk