Mythical Cameo Necklace - Art Deco 930 Silver Carved Shell Brooch Pendant - Circa 1920s Era Venus & Eros Marcasite Accented Jewelry

Timeless circa 1920s Art Deco era sterling silver cameo pendant necklace! This classic brooch pendant cameo design depicts the Roman goddess Venus scolding her son, Eros, in white carved shell with a salmon colored background. The frame around the cameo has a total of 24 sparkly marcasite gemstone accents on an etched border. The antique brooch pendant cameo hangs from a vintage 18" sterling silver chain. A wonderful piece of Art Deco era cameo jewelry, displaying a popular Roman mythological motif!

ERA - Circa 1920s - Art Deco

METAL / MATERIAL - 930 silver, shell, marcasite gems, sterling silver chain

MARKINGS / HISTORY - Pendant is marked "930"

Rather than just depicting a domestic maternal dispute, the theme serves as a profound allegory for the dual nature of love—contrasting untamed, destructive desire with rational control and emotional consequence.

CONDITION - Good antique condition. Brooch pendant has been professionally polished & cleaned. Little age appropriate patina & wear remains. Cameo is secure and in nice shape. Amazing cameo brooch pendant necklace!

SIZE / MEASUREMENTS - Chain Modeled: 18 inches, Pendant (including bail): 1 3/4 x 1 1/4 inches, Weight: 9.47 grams

PRESENTATION - Listing includes a complimentary MJV logo gift box, as shown in last photo. All other boxes are for display only.

AUTHENTICITY - Each item in our shop has been hand-selected and inspected by a GIA Graduate Gemologist. Please see our shop FAQ's or message us for more details regarding listing disclaimers.

ALR - DJM