Vintage Italian 18K & Emerald Chain Necklace coral cameo and it showcases this marvelous

and it showcases this marvelous little work of art perfectly

An wonderful cameo from the eighteenth century or earlier

or sometimes a 'Croix Bosse'

pearls have been considered the most coveted of adornments

the most famous and most skilled known miniature painter around was William Essex

Vintage Italian 18K & Emerald Chain Necklace coral cameo and it showcases this marvelousCrafted primarily in 18 karat white gold, this Italian necklace has stations of bright green emerald beads interspersed with 18 karat yellow gold beads. Delicate and feminine, it has a classic look and feel. Great for the shorter strand of you 'neck stack', it pairs well with silver or gold and gives a subtle shimmer every time you move! Details (approximate) Dimensions: 15" Weight: 9. 15 grams Materials: Gold, Emerald Metal: 18K white and yellow gold