Brooch with lava stone cameo
The cameo carved from lava stone is set in a frame made of 750/1000 silver and depicts a portrait of a lady in an antique style with leaves in her hair. The beads on the frame are made of sterling silver Ag 925/1000, the decorative wire and the brooch pin are made of base metal. The jewelry comes with a certificate from the Assay Office proving its finneness. Fastened with a C-clasp, the brooch shows slight signs of wear.
Data sheet
- Origin:
- 2nd half of the 19th century
- Technique/ Materials:
- Base metal
Lava stone
Silver - Precious metal fineness:
- Ag 750/1000
Ag 925/1000 - Gemstone:
- Cameo
- Weight:
- 21,58 g
- Proportions:
- approx. 4,5 cm × 4 cm