A Victorian pendant/brooch and earring suite made from carved sardonyx, natural pearls, and 14 karat gold. The pendant/brooch depicts Queen Zenobia, a 3rd century Queen of the Palmyrene Empire in Syria who led a famous revolt against the Roman Empire. She is often referred to as the "Warrior Queen".
Item # TLK9115-1
Queen Zenobia Sardonyx Cameo Suite
- Metal- 14 karat yellow gold (with a rosy hue)
Weight- 23.63 grams
Hallmarks- signed Zenobia 1523 on back of pendant
Gemstones- three high relief carved sardonyx stones, the smaller stones measure 10.7 x 7.75 mm, the largest measures 25 x 18 mm
Pearls- two at 4mm and four at 3.5 mm, set in buttercup gypsy settings
Pendant- 2x1.3x.65 inches with bail, the frame is high polish with engraving, scrolls, gold rope, and milgrain, claw prong setting
Earrings- 1.6x.67x.32 inches, kidney ear wires
Details- the pendant has a hidden flip-up bail, the brooch has a very sturdy pin with a roll-over safety catch
Condition- good antique condition, one sardonyx earring has a fine hairline fracture (not noticeable with the naked eye)