Antique "Playing Cards" Russian Miniature Egg Pendant cameo not heat treated (Sri Lanka)

not heat treated (Sri Lanka)

it's surrounded by a halo or alternating diamonds and rubies

This crest was adopted by the Bradshaw and Kneller families of England

The gold is finely hand-chased throughout

Antique "Playing Cards" Russian Miniature Egg Pendant cameo not heat treated (Sri Lanka)DATE: Victorian, c. 1880 A charming antique miniature egg pendant, with beautiful enamelling that depicts playing cards including the King and Queen of Spades on a green background. A wonderful example of the style, featuring the exquisite Russian craftsmanship we would expect from a pre Revolution piece. MEASUREMENTS 2. 1 x 1. 3cm (not including bail) WEIGHT 3. 8g MARKS Russian Makers Mark to bail, modelled in silver gilt CONDITION Excellent