NEOCLASSICAL 1880 Enameled Hair Comb In 18Kt Gold Diamonds & Carved Agates

A neoclassical crown shaped hair-comb made in Austria.

This fabulous jeweled hair-comb was created in Europe during the Victorian period between the 1880 and 1900, and is most probably of Austrian origin. The gorgeous hair-comb is extremely rare and has been designed as a crown-shaped tiara with elegant Greek-Roman neoclassical styles. It was exceptionally crafted with multiples parts made up in solid yellow gold of 18 karats, small bezels of platinum for the setting of the nine European rose cuts diamonds and carved translucent tortoiseshell. The upper part is decorated with several scrolls motifs, which they are embellished with applications of white hard enamel. Mounted with four spheres and one double layered cameo showing a young lady, all carved from natural orangish red agates. Great craftsmanship with the aged antique patina intact.

Country: Probably Austrian.

Period: Neoclassical, 1880-1900.

Materials: 18Kt yellow gold, platinum, diamonds, agates, white enamel and carved comb.

Diamonds: Mounted in millegrain settings, with 9 calibrated old European rose cuts diamonds, 0.18 carats, white colorless F/G color, VS/SI clarity.

Agate: Mounted in bar settings, with 4 spherical cabochon cut and 1 double layer cameo, carved from natural agate

Measures: 110.5 mm by 128 mm (4.35 x 5.04 Inches).

Weight: 63.95 Grams, (41 Dwt).

Hallmarks: Unmarked, electronically tested for 18kt gold, .750/.999 Au.

Collateral: This hair-comb is accompanied by presentation jewelry box.

Condition: The overall condition of this hair-comb is excellent. Besides the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. All parts are secured in their settings. Minor unnoticeable restorations that do not detract. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and the authenticity.

INVENTORY REF: P121824TANM/1.537