Victorian 14k Sardonyx Hardstone Lady Faces Cameo Earrings nada-hidden there is no apparent damage

there is no apparent damage to the silver plated setting or raised detail

reflective appeal of the hematite wonderfully complements the ring's white gold setting

Each earring is the shape of a flower which has a textured

The band is approximately 4

Measurements: The pendant hangs approximately 2 7/8" long (including the bail at the top) and measures 3/4" at the widest/thickest point

Victorian 14k Sardonyx Hardstone Lady Faces Cameo Earrings nada-hidden there is no apparent damageSardonyx is a banded agate form of Chalcedony Quartz. Hard stone cameos are much more difficult to carve than shell which is a significantly softer material. Most shell cameos were carved in Naples, Italy while the hard stone cameos were cut primarily in Idar Oberstein, Germany. Lovely cameo earrings from the Victorian period (ca1880)! These fabulous earrings are crafted in 14k yellow gold and each displays a stunning sardonyx cameo with the profile