Blackamoor seal pendant
Blackamoor seal pendant in 18 karat gold. The pendant-seal features a blackamoor head, finely carved from banded agate. The carving reveals several layers of color – white, black, and brown. The pendant ends with a gold seal finely chased with arabesques. Below, an intaglio is engraved on orange-colored agate. It depicts the profile of an old man, perhaps a philosopher, a god, or a hero from Greek mythology – Priam, Plato, Socrates, Jupiter, or Hercules. This seal pendant dates from the late 18th century, Italy or France.
Height: 3 cm - Width: 1.5 cm
Note: A certificate can be provided upon request from Mr. Antoine Tarantino, a renowned expert in classical archaeology, who has examined the intaglio.
Condition: Scratches from use
Weight: 4.14 gr
*The gold chain and antique case are not sold with the jewelry*
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Karats
18
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We ship within 24 hours by registered Colissimo with insurance and delivery against signature. The cost of transport is €10 .
If you want an "Express" delivery, you can choose the Chronopost option for next day delivery. This option is only possible if the order is placed before 4 p.m. Delivery is not guaranteed from Friday to Saturday. The cost of transport is €30 .
Important: Shipments are made on weekdays on working days. In case of a trade fair, shipments may be postponed to a later date (specified on the website). We are in no way responsible for delivery delays from partner companies.
To Europe : shipments are made by registered Colissimo with insurance and delivery against signature. The cost of transport is €15 .
If you want an "Express" delivery, you can choose the Chronopost option for delivery within 48 to 72 hours. The cost of transport is €40 .
To the World : shipments are made via DHL , registered with insurance and delivery against signature. The cost of transport is €35 .
If you want " Express " delivery, you can choose the option which will cost €60 .
Important: International shipments take 6-9 days to be delivered. Express shipments take 2-3 days. Shipments are made on weekdays on working days. In case of a trade fair, shipments may be postponed to a later date (specified on the website). We are not responsible for delivery delays from partner companies. We reserve the right to choose DHL or Fedex for our international shipments. Customs fees may apply upon arrival in your country, we cannot be held responsible for them.
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