Banded agate was used to make cameos for thousands of years. In the late 19th century, jewelers prized it for the beauty of its stripes and deep brownish-black hue. Here, in an early 20th century treatment of the stone, seven round banded agates are set within decorative gold frames with a concealed clasp and dual safety clips.
MATERIALS: 9k gold (marked), 7 5/8" diameter banded agate low dome cabochons
AGE: London assay marks for 1918
CONDITION: Very good
SIZE: 7 1/2" length, 7/8" width