10K Gold Antique Cameo Pendant - Hand Carved Pink Shell - 10K Singapore Chain

10K Gold Antique Cameo Pendant - Hand Carved Pink Shell - 10K Singapore Chain

This hand carved pink shell (Strombus Giga) cameo is held by four prongs in 10K yellow gold oval picture frame pendant with a marvelous filigree surround and chevron bail. This was made by E. S. Feinstein & Company in NYC most likely before WWI. The woman in the cameo has a classic Edwardian hairstyle with a large Mantilla style comb in the front, one shoulder loosely draped in fabric. The modern 10K Singapore chain''s soft, gently twisting look is perfect for the pendant. Spring ring clasp. In exceptional antique condition.

♦ Dimensions: Cameo is 20 x 10 x 5 mm. Pendant including bail is 1 3/8 x 3/4 inch (3.6 x 1.8 cm). Chain is 17 inches long and .5 mm wide. Weight of pendant is 1.9 grams. Weight of chain is .4 grams.

♦ Markings: Pendant bail is marked F in a diamond for ES Feinstein & Co. No mark for metal content but tested 10K gold both electronically and in acid test. Chain is marked 10K and another maker''s mark F, but not the same company.