Lot 1436: 14K White Gold Antique Carved Shell Habillé Cameo Pendant/Brooch
Estate Auction: Multiple-Estate Liquidation Roseville, CA (180) · Sold
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- Auction
- Estate Auction: Multiple-Estate Liquidation Roseville, CA (180)
- Lot Number
- 1436
- Status
- Sold
- Hammer / Price
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- Opening Bid
- $5.00
- Accepted Bids
- 36
- Closed
- 1/18/26 8:04 PM PT
Description
An antique 14k shell cameo that functions as both a pin/brooch and a pendant. It is a style known as "habillé" (French for "dressed") because the carved figure is depicted wearing an actual diamond necklace accent. The main figure is hand-carved from a natural conch shell (likely a Cassis rufa or carnelian shell), which gives the background its characteristic orange/peach color and the figure a white/cream profile. The cameo is set in a decorative 14k white gold filigree frame, which suggests an Art Deco or Edwardian period style (circa early 20th century). The back has a pin stem with a locking catch and a folding bail to allow it to be worn as a necklace pendant. A small, single-cut diamond is set into the carving to represent a necklace the woman is wearing. The brooch features crisp and distinct details visible in her hair, dress, jewelry, flowers, and facial features. H: 2" Good condition.