18-carat yellow gold cameo striped ring and cameo shell
18-carat yellow gold ring adorned with a cameo shell in a striated setting. It is noticeable that the cameo is slightly mobile.
This striated cameo ring is timeless. The feminine profile combined with the striated decor makes this vintage ring elegant and sophisticated. Held by 4 prongs, the cameo is thus highlighted and enhanced by the brilliance of yellow gold. The striations framing the cameo allow light to reflect from all angles.
The cameo ring is an essential piece of jewelry-making. Its design has stood the test of time without ever going out of style.
Cameos are engraved in relief, often in fine stones or layered shells, thus making the design stand out in light against a darker background. Their history goes back to Greco-Roman Antiquity. In fact, at that time, they served both as ornaments and as symbols of power or protection. Very fashionable during the Renaissance, they experienced a spectacular revival in the 19th century, notably under the Second Empire, thanks to Empress Eugénie's enthusiasm for antique styles. Artists commonly depict feminine portraits, mythological scenes, or floral motifs on them. Napoleon Bonaparte gave Joséphine a Jewelry set of engraved cameos representing Roman deities, highlighting their classical refinement. Cameos continue to fascinate today with their delicacy and timeless character, blending art, history, and elegance into a jewel of unique charm.
- Vintage jewel in 18-carat yellow gold, 750/1000
- Hallmark: eagle's head
- Size: 59
- Ref.: 3116
Référence 58 Facettes : 10039193076041
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Vendeur professionnel - Statut : Diamond
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