Large Italian Handcarved Cameo Pin Pendant w/ Sterling Silver Filigree Frame

Fine Italian Shell Cameo Pin / Pendant, Handcarved in Italy with diamond necklace. This lovely Italian Cameo Pin or Pendant with Sterling Silver Filigree Frame is adorned with 4 heart shaped blue sapphires. The pendant loop is on a hinge and can be positioned up or down depending on whether the item will be worn as a brooch or as a pendant. This Oval Hand Carved Italian Shell Cameo is carved by a master in Italy. Throughout the centuries, women have prized these miniature works of art as treasured heirlooms and have jealously guarded them as desired tokens of love and adoration. Nothing can match the exceptional artistry of a hand-carved shell cameo created by a master Italian craftsman. Notice the intricate detail of this dainty beauty that graces this marvelous piece. Her upswept hair, short straight nose and the rose that adorns her dress all have the hallmarks of a master's touch. Each cameo may vary slightly as they are carved by hand - not duplicated by a modern machine.