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Relief Carved Coral Cameo Pendant
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Relief Carved Coral Cameo Pendant

19th century
Sold 25 August 2025 · Antoinettes Heirlooms
This “Relief Carved Coral Cameo Pendant” found a buyer.

It was listed by Antoinettes Heirlooms. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

Description

This stunning carved caned is in classical style and is typical of items collected by our Victorian forefathers on the “grand tours” of Europe.

This is substantial piece of coral carved and mounted within a frame of complimentary yellow gold.

The gold is 9ct

A hefty bale would allow for a ribbon or gold chain, onto which this could be attached

Overall length including the bale approx 4.5cm

Width 2.5 cm

Depth 1.5 cm

This item can be viewed in the shop by appointment.or happy to organise a virtual viewing.

A rare and treasured item

Date of Manufacture

Antoinettes Heirlooms has dated this Carved Coral Cameo Pendant to the Victorian era.

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SA1105459
Dealers Internal Reference
JR1124
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Description
This stunning carved caned is in classical style and is typical of items collected by our Victorian forefathers on the “grand tours” of Europe.

This is substantial piece of coral carved and mounted within a frame of complimentary yellow gold.

fig 1. An oval relief-carved coral cameo depicting a classical profile face, mounted in a twisted wire gold frame with a suspension loop at the top.
fig 1. Relief Carved Coral Cameo Pendant

The gold is 9ct

A hefty bale would allow for a ribbon or gold chain, onto which this could be attached

Overall length including the bale approx 4.5cm

Width 2.5 cm

Depth 1.5 cm

This item can be viewed in the shop by appointment.or happy to organise a virtual viewing.

A rare and treasured item

Date of Manufacture

Antoinettes Heirlooms has dated this Carved Coral Cameo Pendant to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1105459
Dealers Internal Ref
JR1124
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An oval relief-carved coral cameo depicting a classical profile face, mounted in a twisted wire gold frame with a suspension loop at the top. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An oval relief-carved coral cameo depicting a classical profile face, mounted in a twisted wire gold frame with a suspension loop at the top. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Relief Carved Coral Cameo Pendant

Archive II An oval relief-carved coral cameo depicting a classical profile face, mounted in a twisted wire gold frame with a suspension loop at the top. View II
Archive III An oval relief-carved coral cameo depicting a classical profile face, mounted in a twisted wire gold frame with a suspension loop at the top. View III
Archive IV An oval relief-carved coral cameo depicting a classical profile face, mounted in a twisted wire gold frame with a suspension loop at the top. View IV
Archive V An oval relief-carved coral cameo depicting a classical profile face, mounted in a twisted wire gold frame with a suspension loop at the top. View V
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Location
The Pheasant Room
The Charlecote Pheasant Hotel
Charlecote
Warwickshire
CV35 9EW
United Kingdom
Verified Since Apr 2020
Items For Sale 63
Items Sold 209
Antoinettes Heirlooms
Antoinettes Heirlooms
Verified Since Apr 2020
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Location: The Pheasant Room, The Charlecote Pheasant Hotel, Charlecote, Warwickshire, CV35 9EW, United Kingdom
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An oval relief-carved coral cameo depicting a classical profile face, mounted in a twisted wire gold frame with a suspension loop at the top.
Relief carved coral cameo pendant
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An oval relief-carved coral cameo depicting a classical profile face, mounted in a twisted wire gold frame with a suspension loop at the top.
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  • ObjectPendants
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialCoral, Gold
  • ColourCoral Orange
  • MotifsRelief carving, Classical profile portrait, Twisted wire border

Cameo carving has ancient roots, experiencing major revivals during the Renaissance and the Victorian era, particularly driven by Grand Tour travellers in Italy who purchased hand-carved shell and stone pieces.

Traditional cameos are carved from natural materials exhibiting contrasting layers, including various types of shell such as sardonyx and bullmouth, precious stones like agate, and organic materials such as Mediterranean coral.

Authentic period pieces often show microscopic hand-carving marks under magnification, natural material imperfections, period-appropriate metal settings, and unmachined pin stems or suspension loops consistent with historical manufacturing techniques.

An antique coral piece adds a focal point of organic warmth to contemporary attire, working well suspended from a simple gold chain or integrated into layered necklace arrangements.

Coral is a delicate organic material sensitive to acids, cosmetics, perfumes, and ultrasonic cleaners; it should be wiped gently with a soft, damp cloth and stored separately to prevent scratching.
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